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LHT 618P

1976 Volkswagen Microbus

Red Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,492 mi
Last recorded21,492 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Microbus63,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHT 618P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 21,492 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 20,036 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 17,806 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 16,198 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 13,841 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 13,233 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2013 13,232 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 13,031 miles

Advise unable to fully inspect all four inner

Rear Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 11,409 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 4,241 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 155,895 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 155,895 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 155,859 miles

Nearside All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Jul 2008 155,859 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 155,858 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Fail 14 Jun 2007 155,858 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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LHT 618P is a 1976 Volkswagen Microbus in Red with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 63,068 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 LHT 618P, 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 50 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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LHT 618P is a 1976 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 1 April 1976.

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