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BNR 451K

1971 Volkswagen Type 2

Grey Petrol 1641cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

54,445 mi
Last recorded54,445 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2022
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Type 248,921 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNR 451K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2022 54,445 miles

vehicle is heavily undersealed

Pass 5 Jun 2021 54,342 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2020 54,221 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 53,540 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 53,178 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

advise underbody protective treatment

front axle beam modified

handbrake handle rubber split

horn operated by switch on dash(not marked)

o/s/r driveshaft gaiters cracking

slight exhaust blow

slight oil leak

slight play in steering idler assy

vehicle ride height lower than standard

Pass 3 Jun 2017 52,839 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight corrosion to boot floor

slight corrosion to both front wheel arch lips

steering idler pivot shaft slight play

Fail 31 May 2017 52,835 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

alternator illumination dim

rear metal brake pipes securing grommets deteroiated

slight corrosion to boot floor

slight corrosion to both front wheel arch lips

small hole in o/s/r wheel arch panel

steering idler pivot shaft slight play

vehicle battery insecure

Pass 9 Jun 2016 52,308 miles

slight engine oil leak

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front beam axle modified from standard

slight play in steering idler pivot assy

some corrosion to o/s/r inner wheelhouse area

Pass 23 Aug 2014 51,876 miles

drivers door poor closure

no vin plate fitted to cab area

slight engine oil leak at crankcase

steering ball joint gaiter cracking

Fail 18 Aug 2014 51,875 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

drivers door poor closure

no vin plate fitted to cab area

o/s handbrake low reading on brake rollers

slight engine oil leak at crankcase

slight front inner tyre wear

wiper arms pivot points worn

Pass 9 Aug 2013 50,625 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 49,850 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 49,839 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 49,205 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 49,199 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

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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BNR 451K is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 in Grey with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 48,921 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 BNR 451K, 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 55 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 BNR 451K registered?

BNR 451K is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 17 December 1971.

Is BNR 451K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNR 451K shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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