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RYC 73V

1988 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,574 mi
Last recorded43,574 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Beetle55,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYC 73V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019 43,574 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 42,578 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 103,701 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 42,146 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 42,146 miles

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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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RYC 73V is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 55,751 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 RYC 73V, 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 38 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RYC 73V registered?

RYC 73V is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 1988.

Is RYC 73V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYC 73V shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RYC 73V have outstanding finance?

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