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RYY 44K

1985 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,940 mi
Last recorded56,940 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Beetle41,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYY 44K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 56,940 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 56,029 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 56,029 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 55,136 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 55,820 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 48,792 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 47,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 45,565 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 43,606 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 43,382 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2008 42,893 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 42,388 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 41,625 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 41,625 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering box deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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RYY 44K is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 41,702 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 RYY 44K, 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 41 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RYY 44K registered?

RYY 44K is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 May 1985.

Is RYY 44K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYY 44K shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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