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LCN 742K

1972 Volkswagen T2

Green Petrol 1835cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,191 mi
Last recorded17,191 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen T253,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCN 742K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,835cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 17,191 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 16,883 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

all front valance corner steps slightly corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2019 28,947 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 28,543 miles

Front Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 1 Aug 2014 27,888 miles

Front Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 27,888 miles

Front Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 27,655 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

reduction hub seals weaping

Pass 31 May 2012 27,230 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 May 2009 1,850 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 1,850 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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LCN 742K is a 1972 Volkswagen T2 in Green with a 1,835cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LCN 742K, 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

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What year was LCN 742K registered?

LCN 742K is a 1972 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 4 February 1972.

Is LCN 742K safe to buy?

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