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NEG 277E

2012 Volkswagen Type 2

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

22,929 mi
Last recorded22,929 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Type 241,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEG 277E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 22,929 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 18,655 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 9,912 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 9,038 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 8,031 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 7,332 miles

slight engine oil leak

Pass 26 Aug 2014 5,489 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 26 Aug 2014 5,489 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 3,748 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 3,384 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 16 Aug 2012 3,382 miles

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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NEG 277E is a 2012 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 41,800 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 NEG 277E, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was NEG 277E registered?

NEG 277E is a 2012 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 10 September 2012.

Is NEG 277E safe to buy?

The MOT history for NEG 277E shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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