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ETL 73C

2006 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,968 mi
Last recorded73,968 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Type 253,516 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETL 73C
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 73,968 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 73,917 miles

oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2017 73,655 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 73,448 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 71,329 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 71,328 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 70,216 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 70,216 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 May 2013 70,163 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 70,163 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 17 May 2011 69,527 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 68,719 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 67,975 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2009 67,975 miles

Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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ETL 73C is a 2006 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 53,516 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 ETL 73C, 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 20 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 ETL 73C registered?

ETL 73C is a 2006 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 April 2006.

Is ETL 73C safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETL 73C shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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