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NJW 160P

2006 Volkswagen Type 2

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,513 mi
Last recorded9,513 miles
Recorded on15 May 2015
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Type 253,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJW 160P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 15 May 2015 9,513 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 8,216 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 6,819 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 4,663 miles

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

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

both rear wheel archs starting to corrode

parking brake travel

slight play in steering box / pivots joints

Pass 29 Sep 2010 3,036 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 800 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 98,898 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 97,970 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 95,457 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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NJW 160P is a 2006 Volkswagen Type 2 in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 53,516 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 NJW 160P, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NJW 160P?

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What year was NJW 160P registered?

NJW 160P is a 2006 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 6 March 2006.

Is NJW 160P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJW 160P shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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