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TUJ 224H

1970 Volkswagen TYPE2

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

26,243 mi
Last recorded26,243 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen TYPE225,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUJ 224H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 26,243 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 26,160 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 26,059 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 25,912 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 25,825 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 24,961 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 24,946 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 23,594 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 19,445 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside door mirror is broken

Fail 14 Apr 2009 19,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside door mirror is broken

offside rear constant velocity boot is split

Pass 14 Mar 2008 12,493 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 7,892 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 7,892 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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TUJ 224H is a 1970 Volkswagen TYPE2 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 25,393 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 TUJ 224H, 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 56 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TUJ 224H registered?

TUJ 224H is a 1970 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is TUJ 224H safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUJ 224H shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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