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LEC 757T

1979 Volkswagen Type 2

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

33,828 mi
Last recorded33,828 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Type 246,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEC 757T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 33,828 miles

Central Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer floor panel, body sill & jacking point corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Aug 2021 33,825 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Central Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer floor panel, body sill & jacking point corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 33,809 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play steering box to yoke rear (towards back of vehicle ) joint slight wear ( marked ) (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive repaired and undersealed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 4 Dec 2018 33,806 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play steering box to yoke rear (towards back of vehicle ) joint slight wear ( marked ) (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive repaired and undersealed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 33,622 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2017 33,621 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 33,192 miles

Rear axle corroded

Fail 21 Nov 2016 33,192 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Front axle (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Nearside rear inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear axle (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 32,399 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 31,567 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 30,468 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 30,468 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 30,068 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 29,572 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 29,572 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 28,247 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 26,602 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 25,042 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 25,042 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 23,551 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 23,551 miles

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

Centre Rear Upper Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2006 22,210 miles

washers weak.o/s rear axle tube corroded

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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LEC 757T is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 46,943 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 LEC 757T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LEC 757T?

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What year was LEC 757T registered?

LEC 757T is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 11 June 1979.

Is LEC 757T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEC 757T shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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