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WPD 544S

1978 Volkswagen TYPE2

Green Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

75,952 mi
Last recorded75,952 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen TYPE275,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPD 544S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 75,952 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 73,902 miles

offside rear chassis member corroded by engine cross member

Fail 8 Feb 2018 73,897 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

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

offside rear chassis member corroded by engine cross member

Pass 8 Feb 2017 73,029 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Near side rear outrigger (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 69,943 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 68,532 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bad engine oil leak

front underside of vehicle corroded not within 12in of load bearing member

has been heavily undersealed underside of vehicle

Fail 22 Jan 2015 68,510 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bad engine oil leak

front underside of vehicle corroded not within 12in of load bearing member

has been heavily undersealed underside of vehicle

Fail 17 Jul 2014 68,504 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside 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)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front under side of vehicle corroded not within 12in of load bearing member

vehicle has been heavily undersealed underside of vehicle

Pass 23 May 2013 68,234 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 68,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 68,130 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 67,181 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 67,171 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 Apr 2010 67,150 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 67,150 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 67,120 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 67,105 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 67,033 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 67,032 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen TYPE2?

Based on 1,993 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,103
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 151
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
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WPD 544S is a 1978 Volkswagen TYPE2 in Green with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 56.7% with a typical mileage of 75,952 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen TYPE2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WPD 544S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen TYPE2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WPD 544S registered?

WPD 544S is a 1978 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 18 April 1978.

Is WPD 544S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPD 544S shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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