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EYE 221V

1980 Volkswagen T2

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

19,834 mi
Last recorded19,834 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen T250,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYE 221V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 19,834 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2012 17,570 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 27 Aug 2010 17,483 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

heavy corrosion in all areas under vehicle.

Pass 22 Aug 2009 15,018 miles

corrosion at offside front underwing

engine oil leak

main brake pipe rusty

nearside undersill corroded

offside driveshaft bolts loose

offside undersill corroded

play at steering arm above front axle

slight play in both rear hubs

slight play in steering column

Fail 21 Aug 2009 15,018 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

slight play in steering column

offside undersill corroded

play at steering arm above front axle

slight play in both rear hubs

corrosion at offside front underwing

engine oil leak

main brake pipe rusty

nearside undersill corroded

offside driveshaft bolts loose

Fail 15 Jun 2009 14,369 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

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

both front brake pipes rusty

child seat fitted at offside rear not allowing fill inspection of adult belt

corrosion and hole at offside front floor area

engine oil level low

engine/gearbox oil leak

floor area under front seats rusty

front brake discs rusty

nearside front and offside rear brake flexi pipes rusty

nearside sill corroded and holed at rear and middle

play at main steering arm above front axle

Pass 23 Jun 2008 96,624 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 5,027 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 5,027 miles

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

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 May 2006 98,702 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 98,702 miles

Offside Front Axle beam cracked (2.5.A.5a)

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

Pass 17 May 2005 92,426 miles
Fail 13 May 2005 92,421 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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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EYE 221V is a 1980 Volkswagen T2 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.5% with a typical mileage of 50,124 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 EYE 221V, 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 46 years old, this Volkswagen T2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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EYE 221V is a 1980 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is EYE 221V safe to buy?

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