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UTU 739V

2001 Volkswagen Type 2

Orange Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

99,933 mi
Last recorded99,933 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Type 287,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTU 739V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 99,933 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 98,459 miles

steering idler has slight play

Pass 4 Apr 2013 953,472 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 95,372 miles

Nearside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 85,941 miles

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 81,048 miles

Oil leak

Fail 15 Apr 2011 81,048 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2010 77,831 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 77,831 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 72,184 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 72,184 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

near side front floorpan corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2008 66,852 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 57,438 miles

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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UTU 739V is a 2001 Volkswagen Type 2 in Orange with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 87,232 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 UTU 739V, 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 25 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 UTU 739V registered?

UTU 739V is a 2001 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is UTU 739V safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTU 739V shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UTU 739V have outstanding finance?

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