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GDS 185E

2004 Volkswagen Type 2

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

53,241 mi
Last recorded53,241 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Type 256,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDS 185E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 53,241 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 52,675 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 51,567 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 48,924 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 47,488 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2016 46,889 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyre valve stems have slight damage

Pass 14 Aug 2015 46,438 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Aug 2015 46,438 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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

Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 45,711 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 45,398 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 43,917 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 43,396 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 41,641 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 40,687 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 36,897 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 31,869 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 29,372 miles

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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GDS 185E is a 2004 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 56,684 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 GDS 185E, 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 22 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 GDS 185E registered?

GDS 185E is a 2004 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 7 December 2004.

Is GDS 185E safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDS 185E shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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