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P30 BUS

2000 Volkswagen TYPE2

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2012
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

90,372 mi
Last recorded90,372 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP30 BUS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2011 90,372 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 90,369 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 88,195 miles

Offside Outer Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 19 Aug 2010 88,195 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Outer Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 26 Jul 2010 88,061 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 86,572 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 84,409 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 84,409 miles

Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 May 2007 78,692 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 68,711 miles

Nearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2005 51,468 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2005 51,268 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

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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P30 BUS is a 2000 Volkswagen TYPE2 in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 P30 BUS, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was P30 BUS registered?

P30 BUS is a 2000 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is P30 BUS safe to buy?

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