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UMA 239M

1973 Volkswagen Type 2

Orange Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

43,320 mi
Last recorded43,320 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Type 251,356 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMA 239M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 43,320 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside wheel arch repair not finished but not in prescribed area and no sharp edges

Oil leak ()

Fail 25 Jul 2017 43,320 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam relay not switching over (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside wheel arch repair not finished but not in prescribed area and no sharp edges

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Jul 2016 42,134 miles

Body has slight corrosion repairs to both front steps not completed, but not structural (6.1.B.2)

Fail 26 Jul 2016 42,134 miles

Brake vacuum build up too slow servo not working (3.3.E.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Body has slight corrosion repairs to both front steps not completed, but not structural (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 41,439 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 41,406 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside and offside rear tyre load rating below axle weight

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jul 2014 39,510 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

nearside and offside front seat belt not mounted in the correct postion, unable to tell if the alternative mounting are stronge enough for seat belts

Fail 23 Jul 2014 39,510 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

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

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside and offside front seat belt not mounted in the correct postion, unable to tell if the alternative mounting are stronge enough for seat belts

Pass 19 Jul 2013 38,620 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

o/s/frontdoor step inner slight corrosion

rear seat not fitted at time of test

Fail 19 Jul 2013 38,620 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/frontdoor step inner slight corrosion

rear seat not fitted at time of test

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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UMA 239M is a 1973 Volkswagen Type 2 in Orange with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 51,356 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 UMA 239M, 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 53 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UMA 239M registered?

UMA 239M is a 1973 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 8 October 1973.

Is UMA 239M safe to buy?

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