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MKX 859P

1976 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

66,400 mi
Last recorded66,400 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Type 250,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKX 859P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 66,400 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 66,142 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 65,474 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 64,872 miles

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Center of outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 64,600 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill. (Near horn). (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge and perished. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill, (Cab Step). (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2021 64,595 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis out rigger arm. (In front of rear axle mount). (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill. (Near horn). (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge and perished. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill, (Cab Step). (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 64,048 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 64,046 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 63,376 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 63,372 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 62,713 miles

Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.2.6)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 May 2016 62,177 miles

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer mounts (5.2.6)

brake servo corroded

Pass 2 May 2015 61,232 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 59,832 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 57,618 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 56,604 miles

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f chassis rusty

slight bind on n/s/r brake

Pass 13 May 2011 55,086 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 May 2010 54,139 miles

many major welding repairs to chassis including rear of chassis has been cut & shut

Fail 5 May 2010 54,139 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

many major welding repairs to chassis including rear of chassis has been cut & shut

Pass 2 May 2009 52,901 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 296,296 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 295,987 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 294,890 miles

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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MKX 859P is a 1976 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 50,967 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 MKX 859P, 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 50 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MKX 859P registered?

MKX 859P is a 1976 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 5 February 1976.

Is MKX 859P safe to buy?

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