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BEL 135K

1972 Volkswagen Type 2

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,724 mi
Last recorded68,724 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Type 254,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEL 135K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 68,724 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 68,302 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 68,302 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 67,335 miles

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

offside front floor pan corroded

offside rear chassis corroded (tow bar)

offside rear inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 7 May 2014 166,586 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 9 May 2013 65,710 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 64,239 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 63,385 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 62,400 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 61,008 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 60,000 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 60,000 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 58,763 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 56,783 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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BEL 135K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 54,248 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 BEL 135K, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BEL 135K registered?

BEL 135K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 20 June 1972.

Is BEL 135K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEL 135K shows 14 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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