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VVB 986T

1979 Volkswagen T2

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

44,944 mi
Last recorded44,944 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen T241,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVB 986T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 44,944 miles

n/s rear inner sill corroded

rear subframe and underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2019 43,197 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 42,459 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 41,252 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 May 2016 40,535 miles

oil leak

under pan

Fail 15 Apr 2016 40,504 miles

Headlamps matched pair are not the same shape Different beam patterns (1.7.6)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 39,248 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

OSF-tyre worn on inner edge uneven

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2014 38,680 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2013 37,296 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 35,879 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion n/s floor by chassis

corrosion n/s/f outrigger

corrosion o/s front under arch rear

exhaust tail pipe in poor condition and slightly blowing

n/s/f flexi clip missing

slight play ball joint from steering box

Fail 13 Apr 2012 35,879 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion n/s floor by chassis

corrosion n/s/f outrigger

corrosion o/s front under arch rear

n/s/f flexi clip missing

slight play ball joint from steering box

Pass 2 May 2006 12,899 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 11,860 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen T2?

Based on 8,813 MOT tests across 637 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,072
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
637
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 727
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 483
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 425
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 308
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VVB 986T is a 1979 Volkswagen T2 in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 41,470 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen T2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VVB 986T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen T2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 47 years old, this Volkswagen T2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VVB 986T registered?

VVB 986T is a 1979 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 18 May 1979.

Is VVB 986T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVB 986T shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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