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HPV 77V

1979 Volkswagen Type 2

Beige Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,649 mi
Last recorded59,649 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2008
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Type 246,943 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPV 77V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1979
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2008 59,649 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s front door step corroded

n/s front+centre doors corroded

slight rear brake judder

Fail 7 Aug 2008 59,648 miles

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

Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Outer Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s front and centre doors corroded+n/s front inner panel corroded

o/s outer sill corroded

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 22 Jul 2006

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

hole in offside front inner step

play in either drop arm or front drag link ball joint (unable to see due to under tray)

play in steering idler

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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HPV 77V is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 in Beige with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 HPV 77V, 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 HPV 77V registered?

HPV 77V is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is HPV 77V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPV 77V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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