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HTL 136D

2012 Volkswagen Type 2

Blue Petrol 1280cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,828 mi
Last recorded54,828 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Type 241,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTL 136D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,280cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 54,828 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2022 54,770 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Not clearing enough of screen (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working With position lamp on (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in kingpin

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering idler

Pass 7 Jul 2020 43,204 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering centre pin has slight play

Pass 8 Aug 2019 43,106 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2019 43,094 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/75/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 42,568 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 42,567 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 42,337 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 42,049 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 41,818 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 41,781 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 41,781 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

o/s rear tyre cracking side walls

Fail 23 Aug 2013 41,781 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s rear tyre cracking side walls

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 41,781 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

o/s/f floor corroded

slight play in both front kingpins

Fail 25 Mar 2012 41,781 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

o/s/f floor corroded

slight play in both front kingpins

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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HTL 136D is a 2012 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 1,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 41,800 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 HTL 136D, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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HTL 136D is a 2012 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 19 September 2012.

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