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BTF 227E

1967 Volkswagen TYPE2

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,094 mi
Last recorded61,094 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2018
Typical for 1967 Volkswagen TYPE251,452 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTF 227E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year1967
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2018 61,094 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 60,138 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 59,332 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 58,546 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 57,766 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 56,131 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 55,217 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 54,115 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 53,012 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 51,502 miles

n/s and o/s front wheel bearings slightly noisy

Pass 11 Aug 2007 50,251 miles

slight noise on o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 5 Aug 2006 48,027 miles

slight play in steering idler

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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BTF 227E is a 1967 Volkswagen TYPE2 in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1967 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 51,452 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 BTF 227E, 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 59 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 BTF 227E?

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What year was BTF 227E registered?

BTF 227E is a 1967 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 1 May 1967.

Is BTF 227E safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTF 227E shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BTF 227E have outstanding finance?

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