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DHO 816K

1971 Volkswagen T2

Orange Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

75,114 mi
Last recorded75,114 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen T253,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHO 816K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 75,114 miles

Nearside corrosion front door step

Nearside surface corrosion belly pan

Nearside surface corrosion sill

Offside corrosion door step

Offside surface corrosion belly pan

Offside surface corrosion sill

Fail 16 May 2019 75,111 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected steering box (2.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside corrosion front door step

Nearside surface corrosion belly pan

Nearside surface corrosion sill

Offside corrosion door step

Offside surface corrosion belly pan

Offside surface corrosion sill

Pass 13 Jul 2017 72,898 miles

Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s (2.4.G.4e)

Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s (2.4.G.4e)

belly pan fitted and coroaded

both outer sills coroaded

both rear shock bushes perished

front chassis surport coroaded

front jacking points coroared

Pass 25 May 2016 70,961 miles

Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s (2.4.G.4e)

Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s (2.4.G.4e)

belly pan fitted and coroaded

both outer sills coroaded

front chassis surport coroaded

front jacking points coroared

Pass 5 Jun 2015 69,649 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 68,607 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 67,444 miles

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

brake fluid low and contaminated

nearside front lower bottom ball joint rubber perished

vehicle has underside corrosion

Pass 14 May 2012 66,789 miles

corrosion throughout vehicle

Pass 16 May 2011 64,421 miles

corrosion throughout vehicle

Pass 19 May 2010 63,061 miles

corrosion throughout vehicle

Pass 14 May 2009 60,627 miles

corrosion throughout vehicle

Pass 19 May 2008 58,602 miles

corrosion throughout vehicle

Pass 20 Apr 2007 57,180 miles

o/s/f tyre on limit

Pass 23 Mar 2006 54,594 miles

Advanced surface corrosion o/s/ outer sill

advanced surface corrosion o/s/f step panel

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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DHO 816K is a 1971 Volkswagen T2 in Orange with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 53,562 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 DHO 816K, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen T2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DHO 816K registered?

DHO 816K is a 1971 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 19 November 1971.

Is DHO 816K safe to buy?

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