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RYK 507L

1972 Volkswagen TYPE2

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

25,433 mi
Last recorded25,433 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2021
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen TYPE242,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYK 507L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2021 25,433 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 22,788 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 22,788 miles

Central Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Gaiter split..... (2.2.C.1c)

Front Headlamp switch faulty Front headlamp /main beam switch fault....... (1.7.1)

Front Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc Gaiter split..... (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 21,566 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both rear (2.6.2)

Pass 16 May 2015 20,824 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 201,186 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 19,536 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 19,482 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2012 18,820 miles

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

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

Fail 15 May 2012 18,805 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2011 16,328 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

bouth front flexys cracking

n/s/r drive shaft cv boot perishing

oil leak from engine

small play in bouth rear bearings

top o/s/f ball joint split

Fail 20 May 2011 16,328 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

bouth front flexys cracking

n/s/r drive shaft cv boot perishing

oil leak from engine

small play in bouth rear bearings

top o/s/f ball joint split

Pass 12 May 2010 147,008 miles

Oil leak

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 12 May 2010 147,008 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 29 Apr 2009 133,541 miles

brake pip staring to rust to calipers

o/s/f upper ball joint leeking

oil leekfrom engine

rear flexys starting to crack

reverse light inop

starting to rust on floor pan n/s/f

Pass 6 May 2008 114,309 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 7,693 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 4,578 miles

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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RYK 507L is a 1972 Volkswagen TYPE2 in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 42,587 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 RYK 507L, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RYK 507L registered?

RYK 507L is a 1972 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is RYK 507L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYK 507L shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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