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RYO 511R

1977 Volkswagen Microbus

Maroon Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

42,046 mi
Last recorded42,046 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Microbus42,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYO 511R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1977
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 42,046 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 40,964 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 39,492 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 38,353 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 37,281 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 36,853 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 36,499 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 35,546 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 35,546 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 May 2011 34,490 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 32,365 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 29,976 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 27,377 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2008 27,377 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 25,225 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 25,225 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Microbus?

Based on 5,772 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 243
Stop lamp not working 215
parking brake recording little or no effort 181
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RYO 511R is a 1977 Volkswagen Microbus in Maroon with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 42,063 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RYO 511R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Microbus typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 49 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RYO 511R registered?

RYO 511R is a 1977 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 22 April 1977.

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The MOT history for RYO 511R shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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