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YYY 686M

1973 Volkswagen TYPE2

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

58,153 mi
Last recorded58,153 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen TYPE256,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYY 686M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 58,153 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 52,313 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 48,680 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 44,064 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 44,064 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 19 May 2015 38,836 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 36,948 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 35,325 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 33,666 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 31,551 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 28,612 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 25,822 miles

front near side and off side ball joint rubbers split

Pass 28 Apr 2008 22,849 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 19,739 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 16,722 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen TYPE2?

Based on 1,993 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,103
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 151
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
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YYY 686M is a 1973 Volkswagen TYPE2 in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 56,506 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen TYPE2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YYY 686M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen TYPE2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YYY 686M registered?

YYY 686M is a 1973 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is YYY 686M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYY 686M shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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