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EVF 176K

1972 Volkswagen Type 2

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,106 mi
Last recorded31,106 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2013
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Type 254,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEVF 176K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2013 31,106 miles

brake pedal anti-slip worn

column switch gear loose

front flexable brake hoses perished

mirrors deteriorated

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear flexable brake hose ferrule corroded

Pass 24 Jul 2012 30,187 miles

Corrosion on n/s/r inner sill

n/s/f cross member corroded

o/s front cross member corroded

Fail 21 Jul 2012 30,172 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Corrosion on n/s/r inner sill

n/s/f cross member corroded

o/s front cross member corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2010 29,445 miles

Oil leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Sep 2010 29,417 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2005 27,438 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

poor welding repairs under vehicle

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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EVF 176K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 54,248 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 Type 2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EVF 176K, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EVF 176K registered?

EVF 176K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 15 March 1972.

Is EVF 176K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EVF 176K shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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