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RYW 221R

1977 Volkswagen Microbus

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,094 mi
Last recorded59,094 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2014
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Microbus42,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYW 221R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2014 59,094 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 59,094 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 58,971 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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RYW 221R is a 1977 Volkswagen Microbus in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RYW 221R, 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 RYW 221R registered?

RYW 221R is a 1977 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 18 May 1977.

Is RYW 221R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYW 221R shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RYW 221R have outstanding finance?

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