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NTC 473K

1972 Volkswagen TYPE2

Beige Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,961 mi
Last recorded60,961 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen TYPE242,587 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNTC 473K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year1972
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2018 60,961 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 59,694 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 59,211 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen TYPE2?

Based on 1,993 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,103
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 151
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
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NTC 473K is a 1972 Volkswagen TYPE2 in Beige with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 42,587 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen TYPE2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NTC 473K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen TYPE2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NTC 473K?

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What year was NTC 473K registered?

NTC 473K is a 1972 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 21 April 1972.

Is NTC 473K safe to buy?

The MOT history for NTC 473K shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NTC 473K have outstanding finance?

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