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BFS 635L

1972 Volkswagen T2

Orange Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,982 mi
Last recorded68,982 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen T253,283 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFS 635L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 68,982 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 67,576 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 67,382 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 66,597 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 66,595 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 66,565 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 65,428 miles

Battery insecure

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 64,818 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 63,108 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 25 Oct 2005 63,095 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.2.C.1h)

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

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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BFS 635L is a 1972 Volkswagen T2 in Orange with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 53,283 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 BFS 635L, 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 54 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 BFS 635L registered?

BFS 635L is a 1972 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 2 October 1972.

Is BFS 635L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFS 635L shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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