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BRX 515T

1979 Volkswagen T2

Yellow Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

50,993 mi
Last recorded50,993 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2021
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen T241,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRX 515T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2021 50,993 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 49,702 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 49,460 miles

Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.2.C.1c)

Corrosion to osf sill end, outside of prescribed area

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 May 2016 48,526 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 48,526 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 48,251 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 48,251 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 46,403 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside rear brake slight bind

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate lamp slightly deteoriated

Pass 29 Jun 2012 45,965 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 45,965 miles

Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 44,391 miles

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

all tyres slightly perished

handbrake cable outers cracked

lift in pivot on axle

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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BRX 515T is a 1979 Volkswagen T2 in Yellow with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 41,470 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 BRX 515T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen T2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BRX 515T?

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What year was BRX 515T registered?

BRX 515T is a 1979 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is BRX 515T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRX 515T shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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