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YAT 631S

1978 Volkswagen T2

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

95,798 mi
Last recorded95,798 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen T245,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAT 631S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT2
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 95,798 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 95,559 miles

front axle corroded n/s

n/s/r outer cv boot perished

slight play in stewering arms

Pass 10 Aug 2011 95,211 miles

Both rear brakes grabbing slightly.

Offside front tyre cracking on main tread.

Oil leak

Rear brakes squeeking.

Slight play in front wheel bearings.

Starter motor solenoid sticks.

Fail 10 Aug 2011 95,211 miles

Both rear brakes grabbing slightly.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside front tyre cracking on main tread.

Oil leak

Rear brakes squeeking.

Slight play in front wheel bearings.

Starter motor solenoid sticks.

Pass 17 Jun 2010 94,587 miles

Nearside constant velocity joint gaiter split.

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly.

Oil leak

Slight freeplay and noise from both front wheel bearings.

Starter motor sticking in its operation.

Fail 16 Jun 2010 94,587 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside constant velocity joint gaiter split.

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly.

Offside driveshaft/joints appear worn.

Oil leak

Rear postition lamps slightly affected by the operation of hazard lamps.

Slight freeplay and noise from both front wheel bearings.

Slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing.

Starter motor sticking in its operation.

Pass 4 Jun 2009 94,413 miles

engine & gearbox oil leaks

Fail 2 Jun 2009 94,413 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

engine & gearbox oil leaks

Pass 16 Jun 2008 93,658 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 93,658 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 92,397 miles

n/s/rear driveshaft outer boot split

Pass 18 Mar 2006 91,877 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

n/s drive shaft boot split.

Fail 18 Mar 2006 91,877 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

n/s drive shaft boot split.

How Reliable is the Volkswagen T2?

Based on 8,813 MOT tests across 637 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,072
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
637
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 727
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 483
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 425
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 308
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YAT 631S is a 1978 Volkswagen T2 in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 45,224 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 T2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YAT 631S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen T2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this Volkswagen T2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YAT 631S registered?

YAT 631S is a 1978 Volkswagen T2, first registered on 22 March 1978.

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