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EUE 858K

1971 Volkswagen Type 2

Red Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,537 mi
Last recorded31,537 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2024
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Type 248,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEUE 858K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2024 31,537 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 29,478 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 29,469 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 27,545 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2011 27,443 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 27,164 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 26,860 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 26,640 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 25,926 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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EUE 858K is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 in Red with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EUE 858K, 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

How do I check the history of EUE 858K?

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What year was EUE 858K registered?

EUE 858K is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 17 November 1971.

Is EUE 858K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EUE 858K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EUE 858K have outstanding finance?

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