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RJY 642K

1972 Volkswagen Type 2

Brown Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

65,472 mi
Last recorded65,472 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2010
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Type 254,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJY 642K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1972
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2010 65,472 miles

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 22 Mar 2010 65,459 miles

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 39,206 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

rear drive shafts - both outer gaiters split

Fail 30 Oct 2007 39,014 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

noise from nearside rear brake drum

offside rear brake reading low

rear drive shafts - both outer gaiters split

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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RJY 642K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 in Brown with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RJY 642K, 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 RJY 642K registered?

RJY 642K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 28 June 1972.

Is RJY 642K safe to buy?

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