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DAR 51T

1979 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,092 mi
Last recorded37,092 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2005
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Type 246,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAR 51T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2005 37,092 miles

Both sides inner & outer sills corroded outside of prescribed areas

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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DAR 51T is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 46,943 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 DAR 51T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DAR 51T?

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What year was DAR 51T registered?

DAR 51T is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is DAR 51T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAR 51T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DAR 51T have outstanding finance?

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