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XWM 781M

1974 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

5,643 mi
Last recorded5,643 miles
Recorded on10 May 2016
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Type 238,038 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWM 781M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2016 5,643 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 5,631 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

n/s/f and o/s/f outer brake pipes showing signs of corosion

n/s/r and o/s/r outer brake pipes showing signs of corosion

Pass 15 Apr 2015 5,523 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 5,514 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 5,293 miles

Centre Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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XWM 781M is a 1974 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 38,038 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 XWM 781M, 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 52 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 XWM 781M registered?

XWM 781M is a 1974 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 22 February 1974.

Is XWM 781M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWM 781M shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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