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YLJ 881T

1978 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

46,476 mi
Last recorded46,476 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2022
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle45,494 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLJ 881T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2022 46,476 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 46,294 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 46,164 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 45,886 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 45,722 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 45,007 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 44,584 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 44,283 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 43,352 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 43,351 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 May 2011 43,266 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 43,263 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 43,259 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 43,259 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 43,200 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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YLJ 881T is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YLJ 881T, 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.

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What year was YLJ 881T registered?

YLJ 881T is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 September 1978.

Is YLJ 881T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLJ 881T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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