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SPY 325C

1996 Volkswagen TYPE2

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

14,087 mi
Last recorded14,087 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPY 325C
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2018 14,087 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 7,692 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 7,690 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 613 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 92,787 miles

o/s/f floor corroding

Fail 20 May 2015 92,786 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Oil leak

o/s/f floor corroding

Pass 7 Apr 2014 84,729 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 3 Apr 2014 84,571 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2013 77,633 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

near side rear tyre inner wall cracked

Fail 24 Apr 2013 77,633 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

near side rear tyre inner wall cracked

Pass 17 Apr 2012 69,369 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 61,499 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Fail 24 Mar 2011 61,486 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2010 53,798 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 53,798 miles

Offside Tie bar/rod fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 45,759 miles

steering box slight leak

Pass 4 Mar 2008 42,373 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 39,232 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 39,232 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 37,970 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen TYPE2?

Based on 1,993 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,103
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 151
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
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SPY 325C is a 1996 Volkswagen TYPE2 in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen TYPE2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SPY 325C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen TYPE2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 30 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SPY 325C registered?

SPY 325C is a 1996 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 6 June 1996.

Is SPY 325C safe to buy?

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