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FSU 596K

1971 Volkswagen Type 2

Cream Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,456 mi
Last recorded10,456 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2008
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Type 248,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSU 596K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1971
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2008 10,456 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 10,456 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007 9,854 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 9,854 miles

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.

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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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

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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.

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