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YYM 444T

1979 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

69,922 mi
Last recorded69,922 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle41,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYM 444T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2021 69,922 miles

fuel line insecure at engine

Fail 11 Mar 2021 69,920 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both headlamps (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill closing area infront of rear wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill closing area in front of rear wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 68,921 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 68,770 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 68,409 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 67,691 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 67,261 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 66,653 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 65,833 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 64,998 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 64,333 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 63,229 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 61,833 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 60,377 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2005 60,377 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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YYM 444T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 41,458 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YYM 444T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YYM 444T registered?

YYM 444T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is YYM 444T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYM 444T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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