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AMW 621L

1972 Volkswagen TYPE2

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,918 mi
Last recorded21,918 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen TYPE242,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMW 621L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 21,918 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 21,561 miles

offside front tyre slightly perished on inner sidewall

Pass 10 Jul 2014 21,483 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 20,308 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 20,181 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 20,094 miles

offside front tyre inner sidewall slightly perished

Pass 22 Apr 2010 20,001 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2010 116,912 miles

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 21 May 2008 18,858 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 May 2007 18,377 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 8 May 2007 18,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Steering arm deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Steering arm deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen TYPE2?

Based on 1,993 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,103
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 151
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
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AMW 621L is a 1972 Volkswagen TYPE2 in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 42,587 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen TYPE2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AMW 621L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen TYPE2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AMW 621L registered?

AMW 621L is a 1972 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 12 September 1972.

Is AMW 621L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMW 621L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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