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SPL 552M

1973 Volkswagen Microbus

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,132 mi
Last recorded66,132 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2011
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Microbus52,753 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPL 552M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Sep 2011 66,132 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 65,629 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 65,244 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 65,070 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Microbus?

Based on 5,772 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 243
Stop lamp not working 215
parking brake recording little or no effort 181
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SPL 552M is a 1973 Volkswagen Microbus in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 52,753 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SPL 552M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Microbus typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SPL 552M?

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What year was SPL 552M registered?

SPL 552M is a 1973 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 17 August 1973.

Is SPL 552M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPL 552M shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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