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ULU 177X

1981 Volkswagen Van

Beige Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

22,862 mi
Last recorded22,862 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Van33,359 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULU 177X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVan
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2020 22,862 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 19,445 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 16,861 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 15,844 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 14,259 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 12,691 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 11,404 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 10,467 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 9,459 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 8,052 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 5,969 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 4,448 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 4,445 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 3,577 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 2 May 2007 1,899 miles

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

n/s/f and o/s/f front tie bar bushes split but not displaced

o/s/f anti roll bar link top bush worn

Pass 17 May 2006 924 miles

advanced corrosion n/s/f footwell

advanced corrosion o/s/f floor pan

Fail 10 May 2006 919 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Lower Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Van?

Based on 3,103 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
2,083
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 142
position lamp(s) not working 111
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 97
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 87
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ULU 177X is a 1981 Volkswagen Van in Beige with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 33,359 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ULU 177X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Van typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 45 years old, this Volkswagen Van is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ULU 177X?

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What year was ULU 177X registered?

ULU 177X is a 1981 Volkswagen Van, first registered on 14 September 1981.

Is ULU 177X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULU 177X shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ULU 177X have outstanding finance?

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