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MPA 385K

1972 Volkswagen Type 2

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

2,049 mi
Last recorded2,049 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2023
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Type 254,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPA 385K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2023 2,049 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 1,862 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 1,821 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 1,709 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 1,523 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 1,446 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 1,308 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 1,788 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 1,083 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 653 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 313 miles

slight play in steering idler

Pass 17 Mar 2010 33 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 21 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 13 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 4 miles

Nearside Front Torsion bar excessive play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Front Torsion bar excessive play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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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MPA 385K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 54,248 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 MPA 385K, 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 54 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 MPA 385K?

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What year was MPA 385K registered?

MPA 385K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 July 1972.

Is MPA 385K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPA 385K shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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