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TNL 118S

1978 Volkswagen Type 2

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

94,181 mi
Last recorded94,181 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2011
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Type 247,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNL 118S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2011 94,181 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 93,985 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2006 91,357 miles

bodywork in poor condition at nearside front and offside centre

Fail 23 Oct 2006 91,357 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bodywork in poor condition at nearside front and offside centre

Pass 4 Nov 2005 88,837 miles

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

nearside rear driveshaft outer boot split

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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TNL 118S is a 1978 Volkswagen Type 2 in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 47,349 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TNL 118S, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TNL 118S registered?

TNL 118S is a 1978 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 17 May 1978.

Is TNL 118S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNL 118S shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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