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AKX 170E

1997 Volkswagen Microbus

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,234 mi
Last recorded42,234 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Microbus82,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKX 170E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 42,234 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt NEARSIDE + OFFSIDE (2.2.C.1c)

Front bumper iron corroded

N/S/F Floor corroded

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Under-seal applied to under side of vehicle

Pass 26 Aug 2014 42,234 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 42,234 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 42,234 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 42,234 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 42,234 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 42,234 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 42,234 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Microbus?

Based on 5,772 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 243
Stop lamp not working 215
parking brake recording little or no effort 181
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AKX 170E is a 1997 Volkswagen Microbus in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 82,374 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AKX 170E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Microbus typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 29 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AKX 170E registered?

AKX 170E is a 1997 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 5 June 1997.

Is AKX 170E safe to buy?

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