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WJV 96V

1980 Volkswagen Type 2

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

87,838 mi
Last recorded87,838 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Type 246,981 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJV 96V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 87,838 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 85,961 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 May 2022 85,913 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 83,926 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2020 83,469 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 81,537 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 81,533 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 79,411 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 79,402 miles

Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure both sides outer bolts to short (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2017 77,213 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 77,207 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 76,863 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 76,843 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 31 May 2014 75,442 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 72,843 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 71,232 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 67,844 miles
Pass 31 May 2010 64,734 miles
Pass 25 May 2009 60,647 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 57,727 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 54,200 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 51,909 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 51,909 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.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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WJV 96V is a 1980 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 46,981 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 WJV 96V, 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 46 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJV 96V registered?

WJV 96V is a 1980 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 11 February 1980.

Is WJV 96V safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJV 96V shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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