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TVV 242F

2013 Volkswagen Type 2

Beige Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,420 mi
Last recorded27,420 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2018
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Type 251,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVV 242F
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2013
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2018 27,420 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 26,964 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 25,367 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 24,239 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

possible oil leak from steering box

Fail 1 Sep 2014 24,236 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

noise from o/s rear brake

possible oil leak from steering box

Pass 4 Sep 2013 23,142 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 23,142 miles

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear brake drum locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear brake drum locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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TVV 242F is a 2013 Volkswagen Type 2 in Beige with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 51,551 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 TVV 242F, 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 13 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TVV 242F registered?

TVV 242F is a 2013 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 24 September 2013.

Is TVV 242F safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVV 242F shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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