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GGA 172M

1974 Volkswagen Type 2

Red Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

35,727 mi
Last recorded35,727 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Type 238,038 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGA 172M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 35,727 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 32,921 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 32,915 miles

Nearside Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 32,888 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 32,888 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

n/s/f wheel dented

play in o/s/r cv joint

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

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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GGA 172M is a 1974 Volkswagen Type 2 in Red with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 38,038 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 GGA 172M, 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 52 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 GGA 172M registered?

GGA 172M is a 1974 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is GGA 172M safe to buy?

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