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FPJ 334J

1971 Volkswagen Type 2

Purple Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,640 mi
Last recorded71,640 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Type 248,921 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPJ 334J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1971
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 71,640 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Jul 2017 71,640 miles

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 70,695 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 69,395 miles

nearside front inner arch slight corrosion

offside inner front arch slight corrosion

vehicle heavliy undersealed

Pass 11 Jul 2014 66,920 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 65,963 miles

advise suspension bushs

Pass 13 Jun 2012 64,453 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 64,448 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 61,961 miles

rust on rear brake pipe

under body rust

Fail 14 Jun 2011 61,957 miles

Centre Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

rust on rear brake pipe

under body rust

Pass 26 May 2010 59,568 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 57,931 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2009 57,931 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 56,203 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2007 52,803 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2006 50,678 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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FPJ 334J is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 in Purple with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FPJ 334J, 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 FPJ 334J registered?

FPJ 334J is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 5 May 1971.

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