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LJN 71R

2008 Volkswagen TYPE2

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

59,960 mi
Last recorded59,960 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen TYPE255,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJN 71R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2019 59,960 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 59,831 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 59,761 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 59,734 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 58,947 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 58,668 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 20 May 2013 58,483 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 58,161 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 56,713 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 55,250 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 53,559 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 50,582 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 50,526 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 50,526 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen TYPE2?

Based on 1,993 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,103
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 151
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
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LJN 71R is a 2008 Volkswagen TYPE2 in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 55,250 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen TYPE2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJN 71R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen TYPE2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJN 71R registered?

LJN 71R is a 2008 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is LJN 71R safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJN 71R shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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