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GGU 40V

1979 Volkswagen Type 2

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,923 mi
Last recorded67,923 miles
Recorded on4 May 2021
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Type 246,943 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGU 40V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 May 2021 67,923 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 67,923 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 67,433 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2019 67,433 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 66,732 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 66,730 miles

Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear crossmember both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings front swivel (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2018 66,721 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Cab steps in such a condition that it is likely to cause injury excessively corroded (6.2.8 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Cab steps so insecure it is likely to cause injury excessively corroded (6.2.8 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

slight play in steering

Pass 27 Jun 2017 65,644 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 64,138 miles
Fail 2 May 2016 64,138 miles

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking above diff (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 62,840 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 61,129 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 59,976 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 58,309 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 56,150 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 52,663 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 51,570 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 51,570 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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GGU 40V is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GGU 40V, 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

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What year was GGU 40V registered?

GGU 40V is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 22 October 1979.

Is GGU 40V safe to buy?

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