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TER 609K

1972 Volkswagen Type 2

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

69,308 mi
Last recorded69,308 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Type 254,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTER 609K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 69,308 miles

Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

intermittent fault with horn activation

Fail 26 Sep 2017 69,308 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

intermittent fault with horn activation

Pass 9 Aug 2016 69,275 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

intermittent fault with horn activation

minor rear oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2015 69,140 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 68,885 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 67,651 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 67,606 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Creaking noise coming from o/s track rod ends

Pass 4 Jul 2012 66,422 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 65,552 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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TER 609K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 54,248 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 TER 609K, 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 54 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 TER 609K?

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What year was TER 609K registered?

TER 609K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 11 February 1972.

Is TER 609K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TER 609K shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TER 609K have outstanding finance?

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