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JYL 236K

1972 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

34,267 mi
Last recorded34,267 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2013
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Type 254,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYL 236K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2013 34,267 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 34,258 miles

Centre Front Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2012 34,256 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Front Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 34,328 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 34,328 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 33,823 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 83,867 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2005 33,544 miles

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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JYL 236K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 54,248 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 JYL 236K, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JYL 236K registered?

JYL 236K is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is JYL 236K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYL 236K shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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