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HGL 180H

1969 Volkswagen Type 25

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,693 mi
Last recorded57,693 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGL 180H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 25
Year1969
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 57,693 miles

Offside Rear inner and outer sill panels corroded

Pass 14 Jul 2016 55,932 miles

corrosion to offside rear inner sill panel

Pass 13 Jul 2015 53,510 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 53,503 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 51,302 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight corrosion on outer sill

Fail 13 Jun 2014 51,299 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

corrosion on offside outer sill

Pass 31 May 2013 50,104 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 50,104 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 16 May 2012 50,090 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 49,565 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 46,339 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 43,948 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 38,771 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 33,189 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 27,667 miles

SEEPAGE AT O/S/F SHOCK ABSORBER

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 25?

Based on 1,693 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
1,481
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 96
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 66
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 56
Brake pipe excessively corroded 54
Steering rack gaiter split 52
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HGL 180H is a 1969 Volkswagen Type 25 in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Type 25 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 96 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HGL 180H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Type 25 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 57 years old, this Volkswagen Type 25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HGL 180H registered?

HGL 180H is a 1969 Volkswagen Type 25, first registered on 5 November 1969.

Is HGL 180H safe to buy?

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