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SCW 929L

1973 Volkswagen T2

Green Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

50,286 mi
Last recorded50,286 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2019
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen T245,269 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCW 929L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2019 50,286 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2019 50,286 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 48,151 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 45,327 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 45,327 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 45,327 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2010 45,327 miles

Brake pedal does not operate a brake fitted to each wheel (3.3.A.3)

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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SCW 929L is a 1973 Volkswagen T2 in Green with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 45,269 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 T2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SCW 929L, 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 53 years old, this Volkswagen T2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SCW 929L registered?

SCW 929L is a 1973 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is SCW 929L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCW 929L shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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