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RWS 417H

1970 Volkswagen Type 2

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,012 mi
Last recorded79,012 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Type 247,412 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWS 417H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2017 79,012 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 30 Jul 2016 77,924 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

advise rust in o/s/rear inner sill

Pass 4 Jul 2015 76,840 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Slight lift steering pin.

Pass 5 Jul 2014 76,467 miles

advise play in centre steering pivot

advise rust in centre front xmember

advise rust in o/s rear inner sills

Pass 29 Jun 2013 76,027 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 5 Jul 2012 71,782 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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RWS 417H is a 1970 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RWS 417H, 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

How do I check the history of RWS 417H?

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What year was RWS 417H registered?

RWS 417H is a 1970 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 April 1970.

Is RWS 417H safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWS 417H shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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