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WGN 853M

1974 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,040 mi
Last recorded37,040 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Type 238,038 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGN 853M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 37,040 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 36,720 miles

metal brake pipes @ rear have surface corrosion

Pass 29 May 2014 36,242 miles

n/s/f ball joint rubber damaged ( does not allow the ingress of dirt)

some metal brake pipes @ front and rear have surface corrosion

Pass 22 May 2013 36,108 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 18 May 2012 35,643 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2011 35,306 miles

metal brake pipes @ front and rear have surface corrosion

slight play in steering centre pin

Pass 14 May 2010 35,092 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

engine oil leak

Pass 22 May 2009 34,292 miles

Centre Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

o/s hb rake carrier at back plate loose

various pipes have surrface corrossion

Pass 29 May 2008 33,347 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 33,347 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 32,375 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 32,375 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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WGN 853M is a 1974 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 38,038 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 WGN 853M, 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 52 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WGN 853M registered?

WGN 853M is a 1974 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 11 April 1974.

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The MOT history for WGN 853M shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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