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UBD 160G

2011 Volkswagen Type 2

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,742 mi
Last recorded46,742 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2022
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Type 252,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBD 160G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2022 46,742 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 46,520 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 46,301 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 45,659 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 45,165 miles

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Steering box worn, but not excessively (2.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 44,826 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 44,821 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 44,080 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2016 44,080 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 44,063 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 43,775 miles

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

slight oil leak on cam cover seal

Pass 2 May 2013 42,875 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 39,849 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 38,042 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 38,032 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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UBD 160G is a 2011 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 52,246 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 UBD 160G, 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 15 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 UBD 160G registered?

UBD 160G is a 2011 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 13 May 2011.

Is UBD 160G safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBD 160G shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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