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SKN 457M

2004 Volkswagen Type 2

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

7,166 mi
Last recorded7,166 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Type 256,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKN 457M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 7,166 miles

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion Sill starting to corrode (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 6,591 miles

Offside Back of outer sill corroding

Pass 17 Apr 2015 5,662 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 37,510 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 2,277 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 1,572 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 15 Oct 2010 562 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s/r outer c/v gaiter split

o/s/r sill corroded slightly

Pass 16 Sep 2009 98,286 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 95,007 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 93,364 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 90,673 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2006 90,673 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SKN 457M is a 2004 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 56,684 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 SKN 457M, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SKN 457M registered?

SKN 457M is a 2004 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is SKN 457M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKN 457M shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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