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LPS 776V

1979 Volkswagen Microbus

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

75,731 mi
Last recorded75,731 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2009
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Microbus68,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPS 776V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2009 75,731 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

rear seats missing

Fail 24 Sep 2009 75,731 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 18 Sep 2009 75,713 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main 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)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

all rear seats are missing

nearside handbrake low effort

nearside headlight dip beam slightly dim

Fail 14 Jul 2009 75,577 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both rear engine mounting rubbers perishing

nearside front brake flexy hose securing clip missing

Pass 29 Apr 2008 72,234 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 71,325 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 70,831 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Microbus?

Based on 5,772 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 243
Stop lamp not working 215
parking brake recording little or no effort 181
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LPS 776V is a 1979 Volkswagen Microbus in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 68,711 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 Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LPS 776V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Microbus typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 47 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LPS 776V registered?

LPS 776V is a 1979 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 13 September 1979.

Is LPS 776V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPS 776V shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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