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LAF 896L

1973 Volkswagen Type 2

Cream Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,608 mi
Last recorded98,608 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Type 251,356 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAF 896L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1973
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 98,608 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 93,053 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 90,489 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 89,715 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 85,845 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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LAF 896L is a 1973 Volkswagen Type 2 in Cream with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LAF 896L, 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

How do I check the history of LAF 896L?

You can check the full history of LAF 896L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LAF 896L registered?

LAF 896L is a 1973 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is LAF 896L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAF 896L shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LAF 896L have outstanding finance?

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