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AYV 118H

1970 Volkswagen T2

Purple Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,042 mi
Last recorded18,042 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen T249,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYV 118H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1970
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 18,042 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 17,481 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 17,244 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 17,104 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 16,725 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 16,667 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 16,658 miles

slight leak at exhaust

slight play in steering

Pass 25 Feb 2019 16,658 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 16,658 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 16,534 miles

slight play in rear wheel bearings

slight play in steering idler

Pass 11 Jun 2015 16,239 miles

o/s outer sill corroded outside of a prescribed area

Pass 13 Jun 2014 15,867 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 15,339 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 13,625 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 13,625 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

steering box feels notchy in operation

Pass 31 Jan 2011 8,898 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2011 8,898 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 5,263 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 5,263 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 218 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 96,801 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen T2?

Based on 8,813 MOT tests across 637 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,072
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
637
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 727
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 483
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 425
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 308
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AYV 118H is a 1970 Volkswagen T2 in Purple with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 49,697 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen T2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AYV 118H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen T2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this Volkswagen T2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AYV 118H registered?

AYV 118H is a 1970 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 8 April 1970.

Is AYV 118H safe to buy?

The MOT history for AYV 118H shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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