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FMW 351J

2006 Volkswagen Type 2

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,311 mi
Last recorded63,311 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Type 253,516 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMW 351J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2017 63,311 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 62,886 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 62,091 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 61,114 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 60,727 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 60,179 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

rear suspension close to bump stops

Pass 18 Oct 2011 59,795 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 58,942 miles

front torsion beam has split gaters at each end

nearside frond brake has slight bind

slight play detected at front steering idler

Pass 1 Dec 2008 54,879 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 20 Nov 2007 53,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 51,077 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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FMW 351J is a 2006 Volkswagen Type 2 in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FMW 351J, 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 FMW 351J registered?

FMW 351J is a 2006 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is FMW 351J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMW 351J shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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