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LVO 798K

1972 Volkswagen T2

Blue Diesel 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

61,082 mi
Last recorded61,082 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2014
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen T253,283 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVO 798K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2014 61,082 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 60,975 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 60,060 miles

slight play in steering idler

Fail 23 Aug 2012 60,044 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

slight play in steering idler

Pass 1 Oct 2011 59,372 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s rear floor corroded

play in steering box

Pass 27 Sep 2010 57,874 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake pedal rubber worn

play in steering box

play in steering idler

Fail 27 Aug 2010 57,857 miles

Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake pedal rubber worn

general corrosion underside

play in steering box

play in steering idler

Pass 24 Aug 2009 56,247 miles

corrosion n/s rear floor not within 30cms of mount

slight play in centre steering idler

Fail 18 Aug 2009 56,247 miles

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

corrosion n/s rear floor not within 30cms of mount

slight play in centre steering idler

Pass 23 Aug 2008 54,769 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 53,331 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 53,283 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

signs of corrosion on underside of vehicle

Pass 17 Aug 2005 53,247 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

heavy surface corrosion under vehicle

oil leak

How Reliable is the Volkswagen T2?

Based on 8,813 MOT tests across 637 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,072
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
637
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 727
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 483
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 425
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 308
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LVO 798K is a 1972 Volkswagen T2 in Blue with a 1,584cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 53,283 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen T2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LVO 798K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen T2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen T2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LVO 798K registered?

LVO 798K is a 1972 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 27 June 1972.

Is LVO 798K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVO 798K shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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