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YLN 492S

1978 Volkswagen Transporter

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,017 mi
Last recorded94,017 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Transporter41,121 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLN 492S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 94,017 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 93,958 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 93,191 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 92,745 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 92,744 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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YLN 492S is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 41,121 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YLN 492S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 48 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YLN 492S?

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What year was YLN 492S registered?

YLN 492S is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 17 March 1978.

Is YLN 492S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLN 492S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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