MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
93,245 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
both n/s & o/s upper and lower swivells/ball joints gaitors split
front suspension beam slightly corodded at both ends
jacking points slightly corroded
Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2?
Based on 11,485 MOT tests across 931 vehicles.
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UMU 291M is a 1973 Volkswagen Type 2 in Beige with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 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 UMU 291M, 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.
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What year was UMU 291M registered?
UMU 291M is a 1973 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 25 October 1973.
Is UMU 291M safe to buy?
The MOT history for UMU 291M shows 10 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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