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SWP 622V

1979 Volkswagen T2

Beige Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

48,762 mi
Last recorded48,762 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen T241,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWP 622V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1979
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 48,762 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 46,775 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 46,775 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 45,899 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 45,895 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened beam (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 2 Apr 2016 45,868 miles

Centre Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis rail from N/S to O/S (6.1.B.2)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering passenger seat mount (6.1.A.1)

Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings drivers seat mount (6.1.B.2)

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both too dim (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Radius arm corroded and seriously weakened upper mount area (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (5.3.1d)

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)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering outrigger to floor (silicon) (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (5.3.1d)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Underside is heavily undersealed and sealed throughout with silicon

Pass 20 Jul 2015 44,542 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 42,910 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 42,779 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 42,636 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 42,399 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 42,241 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 42,241 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 May 2009 42,110 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 May 2008 41,808 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise adjust handbrake

Pass 17 Jan 2007 41,424 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 41,424 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2006 40,822 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen T2?

Based on 8,813 MOT tests across 637 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,072
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
637
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 727
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 483
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 425
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 308
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SWP 622V is a 1979 Volkswagen T2 in Beige with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 41,470 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen T2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SWP 622V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen T2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 47 years old, this Volkswagen T2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SWP 622V registered?

SWP 622V is a 1979 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 15 November 1979.

Is SWP 622V safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWP 622V shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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