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BVM 179K

2014 Volkswagen Type 2

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,892 mi
Last recorded77,892 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2022
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Type 248,628 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVM 179K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2022 77,892 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 77,293 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 76,701 miles

Offside Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 30 Sep 2016 76,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2015 76,182 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 76,172 miles

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

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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BVM 179K is a 2014 Volkswagen Type 2 in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2014 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 48,628 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 BVM 179K, 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 12 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BVM 179K registered?

BVM 179K is a 2014 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 April 2014.

Is BVM 179K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVM 179K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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