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AFA 505K

1972 Volkswagen T2

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

50,650 mi
Last recorded50,650 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2019
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen T253,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFA 505K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2019 50,650 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 50,611 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside cv boot

Rear engine mounting bracket not fully secure both (6.1.D.1b)

oil leak

steering has play

Pass 25 Jul 2014 49,547 miles

n/s inner c.v gaiter deteriorated

o/s outer c.v gaiter deteriorated

Fail 25 Jul 2014 49,547 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s inner c.v gaiter deteriorated

o/s outer c.v gaiter deteriorated

Fail 30 Apr 2013 49,241 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 49,241 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 47,983 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 47,977 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 46,658 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 45,969 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 44,507 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 43,088 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 40,366 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen T2?

Based on 8,813 MOT tests across 637 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,072
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
637
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 727
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 483
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 425
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 308
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AFA 505K is a 1972 Volkswagen T2 in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 53,283 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen T2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFA 505K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen T2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen T2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AFA 505K registered?

AFA 505K is a 1972 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 15 June 1972.

Is AFA 505K safe to buy?

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