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GEC 99T

1978 Volkswagen Type 2

Beige Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,335 mi
Last recorded75,335 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Type 247,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEC 99T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 75,335 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front/rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 75,305 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

surface corrosion starting throughout

Fail 25 Jan 2018 75,302 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Direction indicator not working inop (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 May 2016 75,123 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes coverd in under seal (3.6.B.2c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 75,087 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Feb 2015 75,085 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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GEC 99T is a 1978 Volkswagen Type 2 in Beige with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 47,349 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 GEC 99T, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GEC 99T registered?

GEC 99T is a 1978 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 October 1978.

Is GEC 99T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEC 99T 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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