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APK 475T

1979 Volkswagen Type 2

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,718 mi
Last recorded99,718 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Type 246,943 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPK 475T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 99,718 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 98,191 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 96,747 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 95,502 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 93,853 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 91,217 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 89,847 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 86,497 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 82,287 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 75,792 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 72,104 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 65,823 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear outer drive shaft weeping

Fail 16 Jun 2015 65,733 miles

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring damaged and bare connector exposed (1.9.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Upper Electrical wiring damaged and bare connector exposed (1.9.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear outer drive shaft weeping

Pass 23 Jun 2014 59,728 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 59,720 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 58,036 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 58,036 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 16 Aug 2012 58,034 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 54,241 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 54,240 miles

Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

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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APK 475T is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 46,943 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 APK 475T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was APK 475T registered?

APK 475T is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 12 January 1979.

Is APK 475T safe to buy?

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