MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
5,301 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Non obligatory mirror damaged
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
front panel corroded n/s NOT IN A PRESCRIBED AREA
Non obligatory mirror damaged
front panel corroded n/s NOT IN A PRESCRIBED AREA
front panel corroded n/s NOT in a prescribed area
Nearside Torsion bar deteriorated by corrosion so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.E.1b)
Offside Front Torsion bar deteriorated by corrosion so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.E.1b)
Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (5.2.6) DANGEROUS
fog lamp fitted but inoperative
rust on jacking point on o/s ,and in other NON TESTABLE AREAS
upper bump stop rubber missing n/side
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
fog lamp fitted but inoperative
rust on jacking point on o/s ,and in other NON TESTABLE AREAS
upper bump stop rubber missing n/side
How Reliable is the Volkswagen TYPE2?
Based on 1,993 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DVP 179V is a 1980 Volkswagen TYPE2 in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
Across all 1980 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 76,890 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 TYPE2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DVP 179V, 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 46 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was DVP 179V registered?
DVP 179V is a 1980 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 1 February 1980.
Is DVP 179V safe to buy?
The MOT history for DVP 179V shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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