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YBM 400S

1978 Volkswagen Microbus

White Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

106,035 mi
Last recorded106,035 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Microbus57,545 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBM 400S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2018 106,035 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 106,027 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 105,104 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

dash lights not working

oil leak

slight corrosion to rear cross member

Fail 8 Sep 2015 105,104 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

dash lights not working

oil leak

slight corrosion to rear cross member

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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YBM 400S is a 1978 Volkswagen Microbus in White with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 YBM 400S, 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 YBM 400S registered?

YBM 400S is a 1978 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 31 May 1978.

Is YBM 400S safe to buy?

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