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UKN 208H

1970 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

20,494 mi
Last recorded20,494 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Type 247,412 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKN 208H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 20,494 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 20,488 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner & outer (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 20,378 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner & outer (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 20 Jul 2015 20,250 miles

Corrosion to nearside front inner sill in front of arch

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 19,867 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

corrosion and hole in front panel on nearside not within prescribed area

nearside front lower arm ball joint dust cover slightly weeping grease

offside front brake slightly binding

Fail 28 Jul 2014 19,861 miles

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

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

corrosion and hole in front panel on nearside not within prescribed area

nearside front lower arm ball joint dust cover slightly weeping grease

offside front brake slightly binding

Pass 27 Jul 2013 19,517 miles

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 14 Jul 2012 19,077 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 18,152 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 17,540 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 17,525 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 16,619 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

nearside rear wheel bearing has some play

offside rear tyre perished

offside rear wheel bearing slight play

some steering free play at steering wheel on limits

Fail 13 Jul 2009 16,598 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside rear tyre perished

nearside rear wheel bearing some play and on limits

offside rear tyre perished

offside rear wheel bearing slight play

some steering free play at steering wheel on limits

Pass 21 Jul 2008 16,144 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 16,116 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 15,790 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 15,788 miles

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

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2006 14,643 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 14,628 miles

Offside Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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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UKN 208H is a 1970 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 47,412 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 UKN 208H, 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 56 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UKN 208H registered?

UKN 208H is a 1970 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 19 May 1970.

Is UKN 208H safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKN 208H shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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