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SYV 242S

1977 Volkswagen Microbus

Orange Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,950 mi
Last recorded94,950 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Microbus42,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYV 242S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1977
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2025 94,950 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

underside of vehicle covered in wax oyl/underseal

Pass 25 Aug 2017 89,198 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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SYV 242S is a 1977 Volkswagen Microbus in Orange with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SYV 242S, 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 SYV 242S registered?

SYV 242S is a 1977 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 10 August 1977.

Is SYV 242S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYV 242S shows 2 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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