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SYF 121R

1977 Volkswagen Microbus

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,914 mi
Last recorded9,914 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Microbus42,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYF 121R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 9,914 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

underside of car coated in underseller

welding repairs to underside of van

Pass 2 Jun 2016 8,521 miles

All chassis and underside of body corroded

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 6,904 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 6,777 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 5,368 miles

slight corrosion O/S/F chassis

Pass 29 Jun 2012 3,051 miles

slight corrosion on rear panel

Fail 29 Jun 2012 3,051 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

slight corrosion on rear panel

Pass 22 Aug 2008 2,507 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 2,266 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 2,266 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

both nearside out riggers corroded

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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SYF 121R is a 1977 Volkswagen Microbus in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 42,063 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 SYF 121R, 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 49 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SYF 121R registered?

SYF 121R is a 1977 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 18 January 1977.

Is SYF 121R safe to buy?

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