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AVW 731B

1964 Volkswagen Type 2

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,920 mi
Last recorded30,920 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2011
Typical for 1964 Volkswagen Type 214,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVW 731B
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1964
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2011 30,920 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 30,865 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 30,865 miles

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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AVW 731B is a 1964 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1964 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 14,202 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 AVW 731B, 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 62 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AVW 731B?

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What year was AVW 731B registered?

AVW 731B is a 1964 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 January 1964.

Is AVW 731B safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVW 731B shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AVW 731B have outstanding finance?

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