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PRV 58J

1970 Volkswagen Type 2

Beige Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,586 mi
Last recorded34,586 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Type 247,412 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRV 58J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1970
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 34,586 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 27,739 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 24,846 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 24,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 24,539 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 24,103 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 21,731 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 18,942 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 18,940 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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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PRV 58J is a 1970 Volkswagen Type 2 in Beige with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 47,412 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PRV 58J, 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 56 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PRV 58J registered?

PRV 58J is a 1970 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 2 October 1970.

Is PRV 58J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRV 58J shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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