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KBL 971L

1972 Volkswagen T2

Orange Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

76,472 mi
Last recorded76,472 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2016
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen T253,283 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBL 971L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2016 76,472 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 76,184 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 76,179 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 74,667 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 74,662 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 25 May 2012 74,103 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 72,926 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 72,310 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2009 72,232 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2005 72,224 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2005 72,224 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen T2?

Based on 8,813 MOT tests across 637 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,072
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
637
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 727
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 483
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 425
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 308
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KBL 971L is a 1972 Volkswagen T2 in Orange with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 53,283 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen T2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KBL 971L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen T2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen T2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KBL 971L?

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What year was KBL 971L registered?

KBL 971L is a 1972 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 14 August 1972.

Is KBL 971L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBL 971L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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