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YJJ 118V

1979 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,891 mi
Last recorded86,891 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle41,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJJ 118V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 May 2019 86,891 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 86,878 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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YJJ 118V is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 41,458 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YJJ 118V, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YJJ 118V?

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What year was YJJ 118V registered?

YJJ 118V is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 October 1979.

Is YJJ 118V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJJ 118V shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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