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VFS 541V

1980 Volkswagen Microbus

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,298 mi
Last recorded26,298 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2012
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Microbus58,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFS 541V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2012 26,298 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 20,767 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 19,992 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 18,683 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 17,857 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 16,568 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Microbus?

Based on 5,772 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 243
Stop lamp not working 215
parking brake recording little or no effort 181
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VFS 541V is a 1980 Volkswagen Microbus in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 58,647 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VFS 541V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Microbus typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 46 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VFS 541V registered?

VFS 541V is a 1980 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 25 March 1980.

Is VFS 541V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFS 541V shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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