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JKJ 670L

1973 Volkswagen Type 2

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,391 mi
Last recorded89,391 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2012
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Type 251,356 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKJ 670L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2012 89,391 miles

offside rear tyre deteriorating throughout outer wall

slight general corrosion to underside front of vehicle

slight general corrosion to underside rear of vehicle

Pass 7 Mar 2011 89,317 miles

nearside rear tyre showing cracks in between tread

offside centre seat belt stalk button missing

Fail 17 Sep 2010 89,313 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

fuel cap seal deteriorating

underside of vehicle has been extensively fibreglassed

Fail 1 Nov 2007 89,166 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 89,166 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2006 88,526 miles

Offside rear brake hose ferrules partially corroded.Nearside inner sill weak at the rear.

Pass 9 Nov 2005 88,192 miles

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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JKJ 670L is a 1973 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 51,356 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 JKJ 670L, 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 53 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 JKJ 670L registered?

JKJ 670L is a 1973 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 6 June 1973.

Is JKJ 670L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKJ 670L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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