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YKW 722T

1978 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

82,843 mi
Last recorded82,843 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle45,494 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKW 722T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 82,843 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Jul 2021 82,843 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 81,554 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 81,186 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 80,240 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 79,820 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 78,930 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 77,858 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 77,112 miles

Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

n/s rear outer tyre wall split

steering box damp

Pass 29 Jul 2014 77,112 miles

n/s rear outer tyre wall split

steering box damp

Pass 25 Jul 2013 76,111 miles

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 75,390 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 75,386 miles

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Nearside Rear front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 75,165 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 75,047 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 74,418 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 73,634 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 73,262 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 72,756 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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YKW 722T is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 45,494 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 YKW 722T, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YKW 722T registered?

YKW 722T is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is YKW 722T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKW 722T shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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