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XWL 831K

1972 Volkswagen T2

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

89,792 mi
Last recorded89,792 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen T253,283 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWL 831K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 89,792 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 89,346 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 88,935 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 88,429 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 87,884 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 86,784 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 86,113 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 85,253 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2010 85,242 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 84,755 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 83,460 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 81,589 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 79,142 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen T2?

Based on 8,813 MOT tests across 637 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,072
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
637
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 727
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 483
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 425
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 308
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XWL 831K is a 1972 Volkswagen T2 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 53,283 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen T2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XWL 831K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen T2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen T2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XWL 831K registered?

XWL 831K is a 1972 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is XWL 831K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWL 831K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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