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CVY 197K

1972 Volkswagen T2

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

51,248 mi
Last recorded51,248 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen T253,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVY 197K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 51,248 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 51,205 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 50,459 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 49,597 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 49,271 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 48,713 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 47,916 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

drivers door bottom & offside front outer wheel arch corroded.(not jagged)

nearside front outrigger corroded.offside front inner arch corroded-more than 30 cm from seatbelt mounting

Pass 29 Jul 2010 47,241 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 47,231 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 46,660 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 46,657 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2008 45,562 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 45,555 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 43,471 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 43,469 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion to n/s/f outrigger - more than 30c.m from prescribed area

Pass 27 Jul 2006 42,925 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 42,925 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Fail 4 Jul 2006 42,918 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/f floor pan split/corroded

o/s/f bumper bracket exposed

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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CVY 197K is a 1972 Volkswagen T2 in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CVY 197K, 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.

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CVY 197K is a 1972 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 23 February 1972.

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