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DLC 305J

1971 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

78,624 mi
Last recorded78,624 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Type 248,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLC 305J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 78,624 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion sill step / area (6.1.B.2)

Fail 25 Sep 2017 78,623 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion sill step / area (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 76,091 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 76,090 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 73,407 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 May 2014 68,929 miles

Oil leak

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

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 May 2013 65,414 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 3 May 2013 65,412 miles

Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 May 2012 61,780 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 58,691 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 54,359 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 48,933 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 47,303 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 47,303 miles

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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DLC 305J is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DLC 305J, 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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What year was DLC 305J registered?

DLC 305J is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 10 March 1971.

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