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OBH 325L

1972 Volkswagen T2

Orange Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

55,425 mi
Last recorded55,425 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen T253,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBH 325L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 28 May 2019 55,425 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Stop lamps (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Sill excessively corroded but not within a prescribed area.

Pass 30 Aug 2017 54,027 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 17 Aug 2017 54,024 miles

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 52,917 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 52,058 miles

Both rear tyres wearing unevenly

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

Fail 11 Aug 2015 52,058 miles

Both rear tyres wearing unevenly

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2014 51,221 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre tread slightly distorted

offside rear tyre tread slightly distorted

Pass 12 Aug 2014 51,221 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre tread slightly distorted

offside rear tyre tread slightly distorted

Pass 25 Apr 2013 49,645 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 49,288 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 49,288 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 48,309 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 May 2009 44,743 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 44,739 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 41,700 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 41,700 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 41,428 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 41,423 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

corrosion to suspension components

excessive corrosion to offside front floor

heavy corrosion to floor.chassis.outriggers.front top cross member.

rear outer c/vjoints boots split

How Reliable is the Volkswagen T2?

Based on 8,813 MOT tests across 637 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,072
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
637
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 727
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 483
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 425
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 308
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OBH 325L is a 1972 Volkswagen T2 in Orange with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 53,283 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 T2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OBH 325L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen T2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen T2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OBH 325L registered?

OBH 325L is a 1972 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 21 November 1972.

Is OBH 325L safe to buy?

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