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UKE 708R

2003 Volkswagen Type 2

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

108,209 mi
Last recorded108,209 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Type 234,050 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKE 708R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2021 108,209 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 108,179 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 108,179 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Nearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 108,098 miles

off side door mirror missing

some deteriation in both side front brake discs

Fail 11 Aug 2006 108,098 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

all; fuel line perished and stained

off side door mirror missing

some deteriation in both side front brake discs

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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UKE 708R is a 2003 Volkswagen Type 2 in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 34,050 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 UKE 708R, 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 23 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 UKE 708R registered?

UKE 708R is a 2003 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is UKE 708R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKE 708R 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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