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WA66 JYS

2017 Volkswagen Unknown

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

130,459 mi
Last recorded130,459 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Unknown42,963 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA66 JYS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 130,459 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 125,612 miles

Nearside front daytime running lamp inoperative

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 113,720 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 113,717 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 113,189 miles

Nearside Front daytime running light not working.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 101,845 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jan 2023 101,845 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Daytime running light not working

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 86,836 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear inner brake pads approx 2mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 72,753 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 72,753 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 59,189 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 59,189 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords x2 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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WA66 JYS is a 2017 Volkswagen Unknown in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 42,963 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA66 JYS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 9 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA66 JYS registered?

WA66 JYS is a 2017 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 23 January 2017.

Is WA66 JYS safe to buy?

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