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OGW 756K

1972 Volkswagen Type 2

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

54,494 mi
Last recorded54,494 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2013
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Type 254,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOGW 756K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Jul 2013 54,494 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 51,801 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 51,336 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 50,999 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 50,999 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 50,999 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 50,999 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 50,999 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 50,999 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 50,999 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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OGW 756K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 54,248 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 Type 2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OGW 756K, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OGW 756K?

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What year was OGW 756K registered?

OGW 756K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 4 July 1972.

Is OGW 756K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OGW 756K shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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