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YRX 838J

1970 Volkswagen 1500

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2021
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,764 mi
Last recorded21,764 miles
Recorded on12 May 2020
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen 150036,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRX 838J
MakeVolkswagen
Model1500
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 12 May 2020 21,764 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 21,532 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Apr 2008 129,362 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 12,071 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1500?

Based on 5,923 MOT tests across 734 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
471
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
734
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 392
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 352
position lamp(s) not working 245
Headlamp aim too high 211
Stop lamp not working 206
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YRX 838J is a 1970 Volkswagen 1500 in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 36,322 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 392 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YRX 838J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this Volkswagen 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YRX 838J?

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What year was YRX 838J registered?

YRX 838J is a 1970 Volkswagen 1500, first registered on 27 August 1970.

Is YRX 838J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRX 838J shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YRX 838J have outstanding finance?

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