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PPV 36M

2005 Volkswagen Type 2

Blue Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

39,897 mi
Last recorded39,897 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Type 238,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPV 36M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 39,897 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Offside Front tyre slightly worn on outer edge

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 39,676 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Offside Front tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 Mar 2016 39,676 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Offside Front tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 39,522 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 38,501 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 36,696 miles

PLAY IN REAR DRIVESHAFT

driveshaft boots split

Fail 2 Jun 2008 36,696 miles

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

PLAY IN REAR DRIVESHAFT

driveshaft boots split

FRONT BARS VERY RUSTED

Pass 29 Jun 2007 32,039 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 31,926 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 26 May 2006 2,929 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 May 2006 2,929 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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PPV 36M is a 2005 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 38,838 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 PPV 36M, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PPV 36M registered?

PPV 36M is a 2005 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is PPV 36M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPV 36M shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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