MOT Status
Mileage
98,468 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Brake pedal operating lever not secure to the pedal (3.3.A.1c)
Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2?
Based on 11,485 MOT tests across 931 vehicles.
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PGD 179V is a 1980 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.
Across all 1980 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 46,981 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 PGD 179V, 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 46 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was PGD 179V registered?
PGD 179V is a 1980 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 4 July 1980.
Is PGD 179V safe to buy?
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