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KGU 249K

1971 Volkswagen Microbus

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,889 mi
Last recorded67,889 miles
Recorded on13 May 2022
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Microbus48,305 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGU 249K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2022 67,889 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 67,889 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 65,501 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 64,548 miles

Offside Front Axle rusted

Pass 20 Feb 2017 64,007 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 62,614 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 60,712 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 60,712 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 59,275 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 58,488 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 57,240 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 57,239 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Microbus?

Based on 5,772 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 243
Stop lamp not working 215
parking brake recording little or no effort 181
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KGU 249K is a 1971 Volkswagen Microbus in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 48,305 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KGU 249K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Microbus typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KGU 249K registered?

KGU 249K is a 1971 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 8 October 1971.

Is KGU 249K safe to buy?

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