MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
92,218 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
numerous areas underside corroded and previous patches are rusted through not in the vicinity of brakes and steering components
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
numerous areas underside corroded and previous patches are rusted through not in the vicinity of brakes and steering components
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
general rust under the vehicle which has been previously repaired not effecting brakes or steering but considered dangerous
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2?
Based on 11,485 MOT tests across 931 vehicles.
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GGH 868J is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 in Maroon with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.
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 GGH 868J, 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.
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What year was GGH 868J registered?
GGH 868J is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 July 1971.
Is GGH 868J safe to buy?
The MOT history for GGH 868J shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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