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LCC 780K

1972 Volkswagen TYPE2

White Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,164 mi
Last recorded32,164 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen TYPE242,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCC 780K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 32,164 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 31,155 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 23 Apr 2016 28,356 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 26,476 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 24,082 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 22,547 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 21,210 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 20,812 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 20,811 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 20,713 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 20,143 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen TYPE2?

Based on 1,993 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,103
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 151
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
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LCC 780K is a 1972 Volkswagen TYPE2 in White with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 42,587 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen TYPE2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LCC 780K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen TYPE2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LCC 780K registered?

LCC 780K is a 1972 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 17 February 1972.

Is LCC 780K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCC 780K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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