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BHJ 668S

1978 Volkswagen TYPE2

Beige Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,203 mi
Last recorded41,203 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen TYPE275,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHJ 668S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 May 2025 41,203 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 40,080 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 40,004 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 39,789 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 39,730 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 39,226 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 39,129 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 38,907 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 38,325 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 36,651 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 34,311 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen TYPE2?

Based on 1,993 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,103
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 151
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
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BHJ 668S is a 1978 Volkswagen TYPE2 in Beige with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 56.7% with a typical mileage of 75,952 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen TYPE2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BHJ 668S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen TYPE2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BHJ 668S?

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What year was BHJ 668S registered?

BHJ 668S is a 1978 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is BHJ 668S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHJ 668S shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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