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YND 955L

1973 Volkswagen Kombi

Grey Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

99,144 mi
Last recorded99,144 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2019
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Kombi41,146 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYND 955L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2019 99,144 miles

Nearside Front bumper mounting is pulling away from the body

Offside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

both front flexible brake hoses are poorly routed, and rubbing on suspension components

fuel filter is not securely mounted

Fail 18 Nov 2019 99,132 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Nearside Front bumper mounting is pulling away from the body

Offside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

both front flexible brake hoses are poorly routed, and rubbing on suspension components

fuel filter is not securely mounted

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Kombi?

Based on 5,583 MOT tests across 709 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
954
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 371
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 264
Stop lamp not working 221
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 218
position lamp(s) not working 153
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YND 955L is a 1973 Volkswagen Kombi in Grey with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 41,146 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YND 955L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Kombi typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YND 955L registered?

YND 955L is a 1973 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is YND 955L safe to buy?

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