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UAM 839J

1971 Volkswagen Type 2

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,126 mi
Last recorded44,126 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Type 248,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAM 839J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 44,126 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside rear shock absorber weak

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed and painted

Pass 16 Jun 2014 41,943 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

tapley brake test carried out due to low suspension

underside of vehicle heavily under sealed and painted

Fail 5 Jun 2014 41,943 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Inner Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

tapley brake test carried out due to low suspension

underside of vehicle heavily under sealed and painted

Pass 28 May 2010 40,772 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

body corroded

front arches corroded

nearside front tyre cut

nearside rear driveshaft loose

offside rear backing plate corroded

underside corroded

Pass 3 May 2008 34,787 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

corrosion to chassis not holed

Pass 29 Apr 2006 30,476 miles

advise entire underside of vehicle is in a state of corrosion

advise welded repairs cannot be fully inspected due to a heavy coating of underseal

Fail 28 Apr 2006 30,476 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

advise entire underside of vehicle is in an advanced state of corrosion

oil leak

some previous welded repairs have started to corrode

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
Full Volkswagen Type 2 reliability report

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UAM 839J is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 48,921 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UAM 839J, 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 55 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 UAM 839J?

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What year was UAM 839J registered?

UAM 839J is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 9 March 1971.

Is UAM 839J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAM 839J shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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