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JYB 455K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,242 mi
Last recorded9,242 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2016
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYB 455K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2016 9,242 miles

Front Slight inbalance in front brakes

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 18 Oct 2016 9,239 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 272 miles

FUEL CAP SEAL PERISHING

SLIGHT PLAY IN OFF SIDE FRONT WHEEL BEARING

SUSPENSION AND BRAKE COMPONENTS CORRODING

SUSPENSION BUSHES AND GAITORS ARE STARTING TO PERISH

Pass 3 Sep 2014 97,171 miles

corrosion under offside rear wheel arche

general under side corrosion

general wear to suspension ball joints bushes and gaiters,

offside front wheel bearing noisy

slight rear brake imbalance.

Fail 19 Sep 2013 94,667 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 94,667 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 92,916 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 92,296 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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JYB 455K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 44,941 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JYB 455K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JYB 455K registered?

JYB 455K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 April 1972.

Is JYB 455K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYB 455K shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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