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WBN 890T

1979 Volkswagen Type 2

Beige Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

10,568 mi
Last recorded10,568 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2016
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Type 246,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBN 890T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1979
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2016 10,568 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 10,508 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 10,422 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 10,301 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 10,131 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 9,651 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 9,226 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 8,629 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 8,206 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 7,465 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 7,079 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 7,070 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Aug 2005 6,054 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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WBN 890T is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 in Beige with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 46,943 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 WBN 890T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WBN 890T?

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What year was WBN 890T registered?

WBN 890T is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 16 March 1979.

Is WBN 890T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBN 890T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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