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RUD 973N

1974 Volkswagen T2

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,963 mi
Last recorded45,963 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2015
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen T260,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUD 973N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2015 45,963 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front inner wing panels corroded both sides, just legal, repair advised

Pass 7 Sep 2010 45,499 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 1 Sep 2010 45,491 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 6 Jun 2009 44,312 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 41,382 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 38,908 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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RUD 973N is a 1974 Volkswagen T2 in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 60,647 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 RUD 973N, 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 52 years old, this Volkswagen T2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RUD 973N?

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What year was RUD 973N registered?

RUD 973N is a 1974 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 19 August 1974.

Is RUD 973N safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUD 973N shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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