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Exhaust system louder than standard but not excessively so
Front to rear steel brake pipe corroded
Fuel pipes at engine bay poorly routed/secured
Steel brake pipe to offside front corroded
Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
Exhaust system louder than standard but not excessively so
Front to rear steel brake pipe corroded
Fuel lines at engine bay poorly routed/secured
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
Steel brake pipe to offside front corroded
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2?
Based on 11,485 MOT tests across 931 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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TAS 487 is a 1962 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 1,483cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 TAS 487, 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 64 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 TAS 487?
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What year was TAS 487 registered?
TAS 487 is a 1962 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 31 December 1962.
Is TAS 487 safe to buy?
The MOT history for TAS 487 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does TAS 487 have outstanding finance?
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