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HDF 757V

1979 Volkswagen Type 2

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

40,987 mi
Last recorded40,987 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2023
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Type 246,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDF 757V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2023 40,987 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides of vehicle (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder of tread worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside front 'jacking-point' corroded.

Pass 6 May 2022 40,027 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 May 2021 37,598 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

nearside of front axle beam corroded

Fail 6 May 2021 37,548 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Windscreen washer not working wipers not checked (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2020 35,589 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 May 2020 35,589 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 34,177 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Inner drive shaft joint boot split

Pass 12 May 2018 32,037 miles

Offside Rear Inner driveshaft boot split

Fail 27 Apr 2018 32,023 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner driveshaft boot split

Pass 6 Apr 2017 29,413 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Apr 2017 29,412 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working only works on dip beam (1.7.4c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 May 2016 27,138 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 25,811 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 25,426 miles

Centre Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

offside rear wheel arch corroded within 30cm of engine mounting.

Pass 15 Jul 2011 24,893 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 24,893 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 22,967 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 20,798 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 37,439 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 12,400 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 26 Jun 2007 12,400 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 7,267 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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HDF 757V is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 HDF 757V, 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 HDF 757V registered?

HDF 757V is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 October 1979.

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The MOT history for HDF 757V shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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