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PWL 749W

1985 Volkswagen Microbus

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

138,465 mi
Last recorded138,465 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWL 749W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 2 Jul 2007 138,465 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front grille not secured

Fail 28 Jul 2005 136,262 miles

Front Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

sharp edges on side loading door, unlikely to cause an injury

some dampness on o/s/f shock absorber

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Microbus?

Based on 5,772 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 243
Stop lamp not working 215
parking brake recording little or no effort 181
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PWL 749W is a 1985 Volkswagen Microbus in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PWL 749W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Microbus typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 41 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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PWL 749W is a 1985 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 5 July 1985.

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