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UPC 983S

1977 Volkswagen Microbus

Brown Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,615 mi
Last recorded29,615 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Microbus42,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPC 983S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 29,615 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 29,046 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 28,995 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 28,205 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 27,495 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 26,208 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 25,050 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 23,830 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 23,178 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 9 Feb 2010

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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UPC 983S is a 1977 Volkswagen Microbus in Brown with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 UPC 983S, 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

How do I check the history of UPC 983S?

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What year was UPC 983S registered?

UPC 983S is a 1977 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 6 October 1977.

Is UPC 983S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPC 983S shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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