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1967 Volkswagen Pick-up MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Pick-up models manufactured in 1967, based on 60 real MOT test results.

70.0%
Pass Rate
30.0%
Fail Rate
60
Total Tests
39,329
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

1967 Volkswagen Pick-up MOT Analysis

The 1967 Volkswagen Pick-up has an MOT pass rate of 70.0% based on 60 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 39,329 miles on the odometer. With a 30.0% failure rate, the 1967 Pick-up is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1967 Volkswagen Pick-up is Brakes, responsible for 3.3% of failures. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs range from £150–400. Steering is the second most common issue at 3.3%. Driver's View of the Road follows at 1.7%.

⚠ Based on limited data (60 tests)

Top failures specific to 1967 models only. The overall Pick-up page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Brakes3.3%2
2Steering3.3%2
3Driver's View Of The Road1.7%1
4Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions1.7%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 39,329 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Brakes0.85% per 10K miSteering0.85% per 10K miVisibility0.42% per 10K miEmissions & Exhaust0.42% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Brakes0.853.3%2
Steering0.853.3%2
Visibility0.421.7%1
Emissions & Exhaust0.421.7%1

Mileage Statistics

39,329
Mean
28,905
Median
23,730
25th Percentile
66,257
75th Percentile
7.63% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 1967 Volkswagen Pick-up has an MOT pass rate of 70.0% based on 60 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 39,329 miles on the odometer. With a 30.0% failure rate, the 1967 Pick-up is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 1967 Volkswagen Pick-up, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to brakes: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm). With relatively low average mileage of 39,329 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Brakes — 3.3% of failures

Brakes issues account for 3.3% of MOT failures on 1967 Volkswagen Pick-up models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).

Steering — 3.3% of failures

Steering issues account for 3.3% of MOT failures on 1967 Volkswagen Pick-up models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.

Driver's View of the Road — 1.7% of failures

Driver's View of the Road issues account for 1.7% of MOT failures on 1967 Volkswagen Pick-up models. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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