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WRP 241H

2008 Volkswagen Type 2

Beige Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

24,965 mi
Last recorded24,965 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Type 240,291 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRP 241H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 24,965 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

some slight corrosion to exterior body work

Pass 10 May 2016 20,999 miles

All brake pipes have been painted limiting inpsection of condition

Fail 27 Apr 2016 20,999 miles

Electrical wiring insecure Under dash board (1.9.2a)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

All brake pipes have been painted limiting inpsection of condition

Pass 9 Apr 2015 20,228 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Underside of vehicle has been pinted limitng inspection of chassis & Brake hoses

Fail 8 Apr 2015 20,228 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Underside of vehicle has been pinted limitng inspection of chassis & Brake hoses

Pass 7 Apr 2014 188,149 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 16,884 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 13,256 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 13,180 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 9,267 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

battery tray corroded

some noise from offside front wheel bearing

Pass 24 Apr 2010 2,692 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

battery tray corroded

Fail 27 Mar 2010 2,669 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Battery insecure

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

battery tray corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2009 2,669 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

indicator,indicator not working.

offside rear floor panle corroded

rear bump stops 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
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WRP 241H is a 2008 Volkswagen Type 2 in Beige with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 40,291 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WRP 241H, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WRP 241H registered?

WRP 241H is a 2008 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is WRP 241H safe to buy?

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