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DWP 878J

1970 Volkswagen T2

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

63,632 mi
Last recorded63,632 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2013
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen T249,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWP 878J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2013 63,632 miles

Rear Inner Sills Corroded

Fail 18 Jun 2013 63,630 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Inner Sills Corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2012 63,431 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 63,426 miles

Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 63,239 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

although towball has been removed the mounting is still there

ignition key faulty

Fail 20 Jun 2011 63,237 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Towbar mounting obviously of an inappropriate type (6.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 62,211 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside sill corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2007 62,005 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 61,881 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

clutch cable frayed

nearside wiper poor

play in middle idler box

Fail 28 Jun 2006 61,881 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Brake master cylinder damaged and function impaired (3.6.G.1c) DANGEROUS

nearside wiper

play in middle idler box

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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DWP 878J is a 1970 Volkswagen T2 in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 49,697 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 DWP 878J, 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 56 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 DWP 878J registered?

DWP 878J is a 1970 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 7 August 1970.

Is DWP 878J safe to buy?

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