CarVerify

Free Car Check

WDP 144S

1978 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1192cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

10,292 mi
Last recorded10,292 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Type 247,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDP 144S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2018 10,292 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively fronts and rears (1.2.1 (f))

underside and components are covered with underseal

Pass 25 Jun 2015 10,231 miles

corrosion to osf seat belt PA, osf a piller, front door steps, centre x member, osr non PA, nsr suspension PA and os outer sill.

dampness at carb area no leak visable, under panneling preasent reducing view to floors and chassis, osr suspension PA repaired,

front brakes minor bind, nsf flexi cracking, dip image poor at passable limit, oil leak, front discs surface corroded, fuel pipe not protected at grommet points, fast idle speed.

thermostat missing, fuel filter dirty, number plate light dim, wiring under dash loose.

Fail 1 Jun 2015 10,230 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

corrosion to osf seat belt PA, osf a piller, nsf door step. centre x member, osf door step, osr non PA, nsr suspension PA os and ns outer sills.

dampness to carburettor but no leak visable, sliding door mechanisum deteriorated, under pannelling preasent limiting view to testable items, osr suspension excessivly corroded but internally repaired,

excessive corrosion at brake valve nsf x member.

osf and nsf brake minor bind, nsf flexi cracking, dip image poor at passable limit. oil leak, front disc surface deteriorated, fuel pipe not protected at grommet points, idle speed fast.

thermostat missing, fule filter dirty, number plate light dim, under dash wiring loose.

Pass 23 Apr 2014 9,638 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

advise wippers worn

Pass 26 Jun 2012 9,099 miles

ns cill surface corrosian

Pass 6 Jul 2011 8,244 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

front and rear floors and chassis rails corroded

heavy waxoyl

neaarside front and offside ball joint dust covers torn

plastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas

Fail 27 Jun 2011 8,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

front and rear floors and chassis rails corroded

heavy waxoyl

neaarside front and offside ball joint dust covers torn

plastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas

Pass 28 May 2010 6,754 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 32,142 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 99,430 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 99,430 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

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
Full Volkswagen Type 2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WDP 144S is a 1978 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 47,349 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 WDP 144S, 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 48 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 WDP 144S?

You can check the full history of WDP 144S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WDP 144S registered?

WDP 144S is a 1978 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is WDP 144S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDP 144S shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WDP 144S have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WDP 144S. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.