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SDV 187N

1974 Volkswagen Type 2

Purple Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2023
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

53,120 mi
Last recorded53,120 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Type 238,038 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDV 187N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 53,120 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 53,080 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 52,376 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight play in steering idler

Fail 8 Jul 2021 52,251 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight play in steering idler

Pass 21 Feb 2019 52,098 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight play in steering idler

Fail 13 Feb 2019 52,052 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight play in steering idler

Pass 17 Jan 2018 51,982 miles

slight play in steering idler

Fail 17 Jan 2018 51,970 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight play in steering idler

Fail 22 Aug 2017 51,923 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

slight play in steering idler

Pass 26 Aug 2016 51,412 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 47,235 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 46,689 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 46,684 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2012 46,526 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 46,520 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2010 43,931 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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SDV 187N is a 1974 Volkswagen Type 2 in Purple with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 38,038 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 SDV 187N, 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 52 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 SDV 187N registered?

SDV 187N is a 1974 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is SDV 187N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDV 187N shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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