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AYO 831T

1979 Volkswagen Microbus

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,431 mi
Last recorded24,431 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Microbus68,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYO 831T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2024 24,431 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 24,260 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 24,009 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 23,728 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 22,112 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 22,072 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 21,183 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn Bearing / bushing (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 20,488 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion cargo floor (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Rear Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Jun 2016 17,692 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion Sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion Sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 15,755 miles

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

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

Nearside rear inner sill corroded

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside rear inner sill corroded

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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AYO 831T is a 1979 Volkswagen Microbus in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 68,711 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 AYO 831T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AYO 831T registered?

AYO 831T is a 1979 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 18 April 1979.

Is AYO 831T safe to buy?

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