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SYA 637L

1973 Volkswagen Type 2

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

14,822 mi
Last recorded14,822 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Type 251,356 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYA 637L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021 14,822 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak

Pion-hole in O/S rear inner C/V boot kit

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2021 14,822 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak

Pion-hole in O/S rear inner C/V boot kit

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 12,886 miles

Slight play,N/S & O/S rear wheel bearings

Pass 9 May 2016 11,678 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 10,055 miles

both front head lamp reflectors faded

horn note weak

n/s/r lamp unit faded

slight play in drag link joint

Fail 23 May 2015 10,055 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front head lamp reflectors faded

horn note weak

n/s/r lamp unit faded

slight play in drag link joint

Pass 30 Apr 2014 7,764 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 4,580 miles

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

full inpsection of under vheicle not possible under seal covered

Pass 27 Apr 2012 1,063 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 201 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Jul 2010 97,923 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside lower ball joint gaiter split

Pass 10 Jul 2010 97,923 miles

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

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

offside lower ball joint gaiter split

Pass 13 Jun 2009 96,258 miles

flexy steering coupling cracking

light surface corrosion to much of underside

o/s lower ball jpoint cover in poor condition

Pass 30 Jun 2008 94,699 miles

Oil leak

Slight play front hub/steering area

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 24 Jun 2008 94,697 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Slight play front hub/steering area

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 19 Jun 2007 92,259 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector faded in colour (1.5.1d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

excess corrosion of nearside body sill backing panel, not stuctual.

nearside and offside headlamp aims on limit.

some wear in center steering idler, not excessive.

Pass 3 Jun 2006 90,644 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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SYA 637L is a 1973 Volkswagen Type 2 in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 51,356 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SYA 637L, 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 53 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SYA 637L?

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What year was SYA 637L registered?

SYA 637L is a 1973 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 July 1973.

Is SYA 637L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYA 637L shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SYA 637L have outstanding finance?

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