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SVX 174K

1972 Volkswagen Type 2

Yellow Petrol 1548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,027 mi
Last recorded5,027 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Type 254,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVX 174K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,548cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 5,027 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 3,822 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 3,819 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 2,448 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 882 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 99,691 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 99,691 miles

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

Steering component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 97,450 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 97,450 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 95,175 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 93,547 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 93,547 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 May 2010 93,057 miles

unable to open drivers window

under side repaired and welded

Fail 25 May 2010 93,055 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

un able to open drivers window

under side repaired and welded

Pass 16 Jun 2005 92,042 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SVX 174K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 in Yellow with a 1,548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SVX 174K, 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

How do I check the history of SVX 174K?

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What year was SVX 174K registered?

SVX 174K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 21 April 1972.

Is SVX 174K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVX 174K shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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