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WYV 871T

1978 Volkswagen Microbus

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

103,753 mi
Last recorded103,753 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Microbus57,545 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYV 871T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 103,753 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) all ()

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

gearbox leaking

Fail 27 Apr 2018 103,689 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) all ()

gearbox leaking

Pass 13 May 2017 102,743 miles

Central drop arm on axle has play

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2016 101,671 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 101,671 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2015 123,265 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside rear inner C.V boot split

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 6 May 2015 123,265 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside rear inner C.V boot split

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 9 May 2014 120,576 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 118,244 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 114,620 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2011 113,337 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 May 2011 113,337 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 111,052 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 109,420 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 May 2008 108,017 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 107,469 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 106,299 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Microbus?

Based on 5,772 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 243
Stop lamp not working 215
parking brake recording little or no effort 181
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WYV 871T is a 1978 Volkswagen Microbus in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 57,545 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WYV 871T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Microbus typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 48 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WYV 871T registered?

WYV 871T is a 1978 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 6 December 1978.

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The MOT history for WYV 871T shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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