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BNK 164K

1971 Volkswagen Type 2

Orange Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,932 mi
Last recorded15,932 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Type 248,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNK 164K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 15,932 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Step/bumper mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2026 15,932 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Earthing problem (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Step/bumper mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 15,798 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both n/s rear (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2023 15,798 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both n/s rear (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 15,715 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from hose to junction (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 15,715 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from hose to junction (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 15,578 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 15,578 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 15,019 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 14,662 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 14,348 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 14,348 miles

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

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak o/s/r (2.7.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded n/s/f cross member (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded n/s/f jacking point (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s/f crossmember (2.4.A.3)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s/f seatbelt an seat mpountain (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearing has slight play n/s/f (2.5.A.3c)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil n/s/r (2.7.3)

coroision to fron crossmember

Pass 24 May 2016 13,612 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 13,210 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 12,454 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 11,265 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

underbody components corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2012 10,375 miles

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

nearside front top suspension arm ball joint rubber split

underbody components corroded

Fail 12 Apr 2012 10,373 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

nearside front top suspension arm ball joint rubber split

underbody components corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2011 9,953 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 9,953 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 8,488 miles

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

slight oil leak from engine

slight play in lower steering column

Pass 6 Aug 2009 68,237 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 68,169 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2008 4,561 miles

underside weak corroding and had extensive welding

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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BNK 164K is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 in Orange with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 48,921 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 BNK 164K, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BNK 164K is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 16 December 1971.

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