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OJJ 122K

1971 Volkswagen Type 2

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

56,764 mi
Last recorded56,764 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2014
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Type 248,921 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJJ 122K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2014 56,764 miles

Oil leak

corrosion starting on chassis

Pass 4 Mar 2013 56,505 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2012 56,321 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

corrosion outside prescribed areas engine oil leak

Pass 28 Feb 2011 56,023 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 56,022 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 54,972 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

corrosion outside prescribed areas

various welding repaires to underside

Pass 5 Mar 2009 54,543 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

SIGNS OF CORROSION OUTSIDE PRESCRIBED AREAS SLIGHT CORROSION OS SEAT BELT POINT

Pass 27 Mar 2008 53,849 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 27 Mar 2008 53,849 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 53,342 miles

vech has had various welding repairs

Fail 27 Jan 2007 53,342 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 53,125 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 53,124 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Torsion bar deteriorated by corrosion so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.E.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion outside prescribed areas

oil leak

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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OJJ 122K is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 48,921 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 OJJ 122K, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OJJ 122K registered?

OJJ 122K is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is OJJ 122K safe to buy?

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