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DOU 247K

1971 Volkswagen Type 2

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,649 mi
Last recorded62,649 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Type 248,921 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOU 247K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 1 May 2018 62,649 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 61,684 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 61,022 miles

slight play in steering box

Pass 22 Apr 2015 60,307 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 59,160 miles

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 57,315 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 55,348 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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DOU 247K is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DOU 247K, 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 DOU 247K registered?

DOU 247K is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 22 December 1971.

Is DOU 247K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOU 247K shows 7 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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