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HNP 940J

2004 Volkswagen Type 2

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,051 mi
Last recorded79,051 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Type 256,684 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNP 940J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 79,051 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 78,785 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 78,674 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 77,497 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 76,794 miles

minor corrosion to o/s/r floor

Pass 6 May 2010 75,939 miles

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 May 2009 73,629 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

slight lift in steering idler to front axle

slight play in o/s/f inner trackrod end

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 25 Apr 2008 69,162 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 69,160 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 22 Aug 2007 68,999 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 64,738 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 64,738 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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HNP 940J is a 2004 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 56,684 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 HNP 940J, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HNP 940J registered?

HNP 940J is a 2004 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 4 October 2004.

Is HNP 940J safe to buy?

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