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VUU 14S

1978 Volkswagen Microbus

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,775 mi
Last recorded70,775 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Microbus57,545 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUU 14S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2018 70,775 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 69,939 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 68,743 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 67,833 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 66,882 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 65,865 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 64,726 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 64,134 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 63,848 miles

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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VUU 14S is a 1978 Volkswagen Microbus in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 57,545 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 VUU 14S, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VUU 14S?

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What year was VUU 14S registered?

VUU 14S is a 1978 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is VUU 14S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUU 14S shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VUU 14S have outstanding finance?

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