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AJM 881A

2004 Volkswagen Type 2

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

72,018 mi
Last recorded72,018 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Type 256,684 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJM 881A
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 72,018 miles

rear wheel bolts need rechecking

Pass 5 Apr 2012 70,475 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 69,702 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 68,571 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 68,571 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 66,464 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 66,461 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 63,328 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 60,288 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2005 60,288 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

steering centre pin on front axle worn

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2?

Based on 11,485 MOT tests across 931 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
1,092
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
931
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 935
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 631
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 538
Stop lamp not working 392
position lamp(s) not working 374
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AJM 881A is a 2004 Volkswagen Type 2 in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 56,684 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Type 2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJM 881A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Type 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 22 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJM 881A registered?

AJM 881A is a 2004 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 9 August 2004.

Is AJM 881A safe to buy?

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