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TEL 169V

1979 Volkswagen TYPE2

Beige Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,094 mi
Last recorded94,094 miles
Recorded on16 May 2005
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen TYPE256,501 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEL 169V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year1979
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 May 2005 94,094 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen TYPE2?

Based on 1,993 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,103
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 151
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
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TEL 169V is a 1979 Volkswagen TYPE2 in Beige with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 56,501 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen TYPE2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TEL 169V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen TYPE2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 47 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TEL 169V?

You can check the full history of TEL 169V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TEL 169V registered?

TEL 169V is a 1979 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 15 May 1979.

Is TEL 169V safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEL 169V shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TEL 169V have outstanding finance?

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