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LAT 887V

1980 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

51,718 mi
Last recorded51,718 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2019
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Type 246,981 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAT 887V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2019 51,718 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 51,629 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 51,629 miles

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 5 May 2011 51,155 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 50,806 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 47,781 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 45,086 miles

rear chassis corroded

slight play in steering box

Fail 6 Sep 2007 45,079 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear chassis corroded

slight play in steering

Pass 9 Dec 2005 43,140 miles

o/s front & n/s front hydraulic brake hose,s †starting to perish †

Fail 2 Dec 2005 43,140 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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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LAT 887V is a 1980 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 46,981 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LAT 887V, 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 46 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 LAT 887V registered?

LAT 887V is a 1980 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is LAT 887V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAT 887V shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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