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HGW 724K

1972 Volkswagen Microbus

Cream Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

93,519 mi
Last recorded93,519 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Microbus51,706 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGW 724K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1972
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2018 93,519 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 93,516 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 93,516 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 93,516 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 93,516 miles

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Sep 2016 93,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 93,272 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 93,124 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 93,080 miles

o/s/r brake back plate slight corrosion

Fail 6 Mar 2012 93,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

o/s/r brake back plate slight corrosion

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Microbus?

Based on 5,772 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 243
Stop lamp not working 215
parking brake recording little or no effort 181
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HGW 724K is a 1972 Volkswagen Microbus in Cream with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 51,706 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 Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HGW 724K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Microbus typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HGW 724K registered?

HGW 724K is a 1972 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 18 May 1972.

Is HGW 724K safe to buy?

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