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XOM 289T

1979 Volkswagen Type 2

Yellow Petrol 1641cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

39,834 mi
Last recorded39,834 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2008
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Type 246,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOM 289T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2008 39,834 miles

rear panel corroded.

Pass 1 Aug 2007 38,324 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 1 Aug 2007 38,324 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 38,323 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2006 38,322 miles

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

fuel pipes corroded

general underbody corrosin

o/s/f door step holed and corroded amd corrosion in engine bay and rear of vehicle

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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XOM 289T is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 in Yellow with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 46,943 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 XOM 289T, 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 47 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 XOM 289T?

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What year was XOM 289T registered?

XOM 289T is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 10 January 1979.

Is XOM 289T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOM 289T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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