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OFF 853S

1978 Volkswagen T2

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

38,688 mi
Last recorded38,688 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen T245,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFF 853S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 38,688 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 37,355 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 36,084 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 34,830 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 33,688 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 32,327 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 31,865 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 30,701 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 28,167 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2017 25,839 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 24,586 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 23,707 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 22,905 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 21,513 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 16,902 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 13,950 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 10,172 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front number plate in poor condition

front wipers in poor condition

Fail 11 Sep 2008 10,172 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front number plate in poor condition

front wipers in poor condition

Pass 31 Jul 2007 7,978 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2006 7,318 miles

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

middle steering idler on front axle slight play

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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OFF 853S is a 1978 Volkswagen T2 in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 45,224 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 OFF 853S, 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 48 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 OFF 853S registered?

OFF 853S is a 1978 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 15 March 1978.

Is OFF 853S safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFF 853S shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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