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RYY 50K

1985 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,319 mi
Last recorded25,319 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2010
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Beetle41,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYY 50K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1985
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2010 25,319 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Feb 2010 25,319 miles

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

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Oct 2008 25,319 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

bodywork starting to corrode

rear brakes ferrules rusty

Pass 9 Oct 2008 25,319 miles

bodywork starting to corrode

rear brakes ferrules rusty

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 50K is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 50K, 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.

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What year was RYY 50K registered?

RYY 50K is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is RYY 50K safe to buy?

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