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VPO 171T

1979 Volkswagen TYPE2

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

65,285 mi
Last recorded65,285 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2010
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen TYPE256,501 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPO 171T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2010 65,285 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

clutch cable splitting

offside front tyre wearing close to limit

offside rear innner driveshaft gaiter split

Fail 13 Apr 2010 65,285 miles

Centre Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

clutch cable strands split

offside front tyre wearing close to limit

offside rear inner driveshaft gaiter split

Pass 12 May 2009 64,440 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure inadequately repaired not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Fail 5 May 2009 64,435 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure inadequately repaired not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.6.6)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen TYPE2?

Based on 1,993 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,103
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 151
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
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VPO 171T is a 1979 Volkswagen TYPE2 in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 56,501 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 TYPE2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VPO 171T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen TYPE2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 47 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VPO 171T registered?

VPO 171T is a 1979 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is VPO 171T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPO 171T shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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