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VNU 186K

1972 Volkswagen Type 2

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,818 mi
Last recorded61,818 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Type 254,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNU 186K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2022 61,818 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 45,503 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 2,788 miles

Nearside Rear bump stop missing

Offside Rear bump stop missing

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 842 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 842 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

O/S Mirror missing

Pass 21 Feb 2015 836 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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VNU 186K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 54,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VNU 186K, 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 54 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 VNU 186K registered?

VNU 186K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is VNU 186K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNU 186K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VNU 186K have outstanding finance?

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