MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
10,456 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2) DANGEROUS
Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d) DANGEROUS
Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2?
Based on 11,485 MOT tests across 931 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FSU 596K is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 in Cream with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 FSU 596K, 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 FSU 596K?
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What year was FSU 596K registered?
FSU 596K is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 14 December 1971.
Is FSU 596K safe to buy?
The MOT history for FSU 596K shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FSU 596K have outstanding finance?
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