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DPU 217X

1982 Volkswagen T2

Yellow Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,113 mi
Last recorded20,113 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPU 217X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 20,113 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 19,727 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 18,561 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 17,296 miles

Offside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 May 2019 15,216 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 13,861 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 12,079 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 10,284 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 10,284 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 7,378 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 4,063 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 1,563 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Pass 24 May 2012 99,334 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 May 2012 99,334 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2011 97,896 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 94,595 miles

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

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

Fail 29 May 2009 92,620 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2009 92,620 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 92,004 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 91,977 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 89,454 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 89,439 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen T2?

Based on 8,813 MOT tests across 637 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,072
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
637
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 727
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 483
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 425
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 308
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DPU 217X is a 1982 Volkswagen T2 in Yellow with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen T2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DPU 217X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen T2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 44 years old, this Volkswagen T2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DPU 217X registered?

DPU 217X is a 1982 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 7 July 1982.

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