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YNF 175S

2008 Volkswagen Type 2

Brown Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

26,522 mi
Last recorded26,522 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2013
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Type 240,291 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNF 175S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2013 26,522 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 26,918 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 26,713 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 26,690 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 1 Sep 2009 26,689 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 28 Aug 2008 26,656 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 26,649 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Lower Steering column flexible coupling cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Air filter inscure

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Inport vehicle from America.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Reverse lights on with rear lights

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

slight corrosion front floor

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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YNF 175S is a 2008 Volkswagen Type 2 in Brown with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 40,291 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 Type 2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YNF 175S, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YNF 175S registered?

YNF 175S is a 2008 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is YNF 175S safe to buy?

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