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YDG 258K

1971 Volkswagen Campervan

Orange Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

36,283 mi
Last recorded36,283 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Campervan52,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDG 258K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 36,283 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 35,113 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 34,801 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 33,947 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 32,975 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 31,846 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 30,453 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 27,673 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 26,135 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 23,243 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 18,169 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 13,488 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 11,430 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 8,685 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 8,679 miles

Inner Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 5,645 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 4,742 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 3,778 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 2,616 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Campervan?

Based on 12,604 MOT tests across 870 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,115
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
870
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 811
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 659
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 519
Stop lamp not working 381
position lamp(s) not working 380
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YDG 258K is a 1971 Volkswagen Campervan in Orange with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Campervan models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 52,960 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Campervan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 811 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YDG 258K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Campervan typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen Campervan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YDG 258K registered?

YDG 258K is a 1971 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is YDG 258K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDG 258K shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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