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YME 811T

1979 Volkswagen Type 2

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

61,662 mi
Last recorded61,662 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2020
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Type 246,943 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYME 811T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2020 61,662 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 60,377 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 May 2018 60,093 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 59,988 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 59,379 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2016 59,379 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 59,232 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 59,051 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 58,971 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 58,971 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 58,371 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 57,976 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 56,626 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2?

Based on 11,485 MOT tests across 931 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
1,092
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
931
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 935
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 631
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 538
Stop lamp not working 392
position lamp(s) not working 374
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YME 811T is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 46,943 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Type 2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YME 811T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Type 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 47 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YME 811T?

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What year was YME 811T registered?

YME 811T is a 1979 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 21 February 1979.

Is YME 811T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YME 811T shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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