MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
94,377 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm modified and seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Suspension arm cracked (2.4.G.1)
Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Outer Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
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VYJ 645Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.
Across all 1982 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 42,199 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 VYJ 645Y, 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 44 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was VYJ 645Y registered?
VYJ 645Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 October 1982.
Is VYJ 645Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for VYJ 645Y shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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