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JYR 300D

1966 Volkswagen Karmann

Black Petrol 1664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

70,129 mi
Last recorded70,129 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYR 300D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann
Year1966
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,664cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2018 70,129 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Mar 2017 69,998 miles

Oil leak ()

wipers

Fail 29 Dec 2016 69,965 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2016 69,794 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 69,622 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 69,439 miles

Nearside Front Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 69,157 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 69,154 miles

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

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 68,659 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

footbrake overall efforts low and just legal [new brakes fitted all round]

Fail 20 Sep 2008 68,659 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

footbrake overall efforts low and just legal [new brakes fitted all round]

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Karmann?

Based on 1,222 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
418
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Horn not working 48
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
position lamp(s) not working 38
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JYR 300D is a 1966 Volkswagen Karmann in Black with a 1,664cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Karmann fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JYR 300D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Karmann typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 60 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JYR 300D registered?

JYR 300D is a 1966 Volkswagen Karmann, first registered on 11 March 1966.

Is JYR 300D safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYR 300D shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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