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YBA 223S

1978 Volkswagen Microbus

Yellow Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

540 mi
Last recorded540 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Microbus57,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBA 223S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 540 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

General surface corrosion on underbody of vehicle

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Offside front wing mirror deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Mar 2024 540 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

General surface corrosion on underbody of vehicle

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Offside front wing mirror deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Microbus?

Based on 5,772 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 243
Stop lamp not working 215
parking brake recording little or no effort 181
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YBA 223S is a 1978 Volkswagen Microbus in Yellow with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 57,545 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 Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YBA 223S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Microbus typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 48 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YBA 223S registered?

YBA 223S is a 1978 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is YBA 223S safe to buy?

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