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YSK 457

1980 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

4,449 mi
Last recorded4,449 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Beetle37,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSK 457
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2017 4,449 miles

Emissions not tested engine will not idle (7.3.A.1)

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper brackets (6.1.C.1)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Torsion bar excessive play at an end fixing upper and lower (2.4.E.2)

Nearside Front Upper Steering locking device insecure pivot bolt (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Inner Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake cable inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)

Nearside Rear Brake slack adjuster inappropriately repaired calliper return spring (3.5.1n)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Lower Steering locking device insecure pivot point (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Torsion bar excessive play at an end fixing upper and lower (2.4.E.2)

Offside Front Upper Steering locking device insecure pivot point (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Brake cable inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear Brake slack adjuster inappropriately repaired calliper return spring (3.5.1n)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper brackets (6.1.C.1)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' wipers parking in drivers view (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limits (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 2,190 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 2 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 94,062 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 94,062 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 18,076 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 17,604 miles

Battery insecure

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 13 Jun 2008 17,603 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (5.2.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (5.2.6)

Battery insecure

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 10 Mar 2008 17,564 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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YSK 457 is a 1980 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 37,677 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 Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YSK 457, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 46 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YSK 457 registered?

YSK 457 is a 1980 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 October 1980.

Is YSK 457 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSK 457 shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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