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GLO 640J

1971 Volkswagen Type 2

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

11,536 mi
Last recorded11,536 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Type 248,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLO 640J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 11,536 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 11,536 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2018 11,407 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 11,265 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 11,004 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2016 10,990 miles

Nearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc n/s gaitor retaining strap missing (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc o/s inner gaitor split (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings hole in floor pan (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 25 May 2015 10,891 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 10,559 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 66,978 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 66,975 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GLO 640J is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GLO 640J, 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 GLO 640J registered?

GLO 640J is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 19 May 1971.

Is GLO 640J safe to buy?

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