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PDY 804K

1972 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,949 mi
Last recorded79,949 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Type 254,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDY 804K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 79,949 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 78,544 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 77,679 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

steering damper has slight play

Pass 11 May 2018 77,162 miles

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 10 May 2018 77,159 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 May 2017 76,774 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 May 2016 76,395 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 75,667 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 73,666 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 70,358 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 69,409 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 69,409 miles

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

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

hanbrake travel near limit

Pass 5 Aug 2010 68,072 miles

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

brake fluid level low

fuel pipe perrished at fuel pump

washer pressure low

Fail 5 Aug 2010 68,072 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

brake fluid level low

fuel pipe perrished at fuel pump

washer pressure low

Pass 14 Aug 2009 66,632 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 66,632 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2008 65,273 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 64,144 miles

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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PDY 804K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PDY 804K, 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

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What year was PDY 804K registered?

PDY 804K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 10 July 1972.

Is PDY 804K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDY 804K shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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