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CWD 521J

1971 Volkswagen Type 2

Cream Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

61,719 mi
Last recorded61,719 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Type 248,921 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWD 521J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1971
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 61,719 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2018 61,719 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 59,679 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 58,189 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 15 Jul 2015 58,181 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 57,879 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front tyres worn on edges

Fail 27 Jun 2014 57,879 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 1 Jul 2013 57,197 miles

offside front inner sill corroded

Fail 28 Jun 2013 57,187 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

offside front inner sill corroded

Fail 17 Jul 2012 56,995 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 56,995 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 61,218 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 61,155 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 60,157 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 60,148 miles

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 59,487 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 59,477 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 58,919 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 58,898 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition and function impaired (1.1.4a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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CWD 521J is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 in Cream with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

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 CWD 521J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CWD 521J registered?

CWD 521J is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is CWD 521J safe to buy?

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