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HKR 764D

1966 Volkswagen TYPE2

Green Petrol 1641cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

37,879 mi
Last recorded37,879 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 1966 Volkswagen TYPE263,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKR 764D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year1966
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 37,879 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 29 Jul 2021 37,874 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 13 Feb 2018 35,802 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 34,535 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 33,645 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 32,657 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 32,654 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 32,576 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 32,578 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 29 May 2012 32,529 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 32,504 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 32,504 miles

Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Front Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Fail 9 Jun 2010 32,063 miles

Centre Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 32,063 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 30,762 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 13 Feb 2007 30,737 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

offside rear outer driveshaft gaiter split

Pass 13 Feb 2006 26,135 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 26,116 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Volkswagen TYPE2?

Based on 1,993 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,103
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 151
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
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HKR 764D is a 1966 Volkswagen TYPE2 in Green with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 1966 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 63,096 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 TYPE2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HKR 764D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen TYPE2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 60 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HKR 764D registered?

HKR 764D is a 1966 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 1 December 1966.

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