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FEX 947T

1979 Volkswagen Type 2

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

47,232 mi
Last recorded47,232 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Type 246,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEX 947T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 47,232 miles

both front outer sills corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2023 46,307 miles

corrosion on both front outer steps

Pass 10 Apr 2021 42,400 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 39,594 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 37,741 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 36,317 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 34,145 miles

corrosion on both front lower steps

Pass 13 Aug 2015 32,997 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 32,997 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 32,192 miles

slight exhaust leak around pressings

Pass 5 Aug 2013 30,095 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 28,521 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 27,995 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 27,313 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 26,521 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 25,403 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 24,354 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 24,354 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 22,439 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 22,429 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

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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FEX 947T is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 46,943 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 FEX 947T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FEX 947T?

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What year was FEX 947T registered?

FEX 947T is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 22 May 1979.

Is FEX 947T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEX 947T shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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