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YKL 864J

1971 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,836 mi
Last recorded38,836 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2013
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Type 248,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKL 864J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2013 38,836 miles

Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

nsf,osf,nsr and osr tyres deteriorating

Pass 25 Jun 2010 37,402 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 35,458 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 34,550 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 33,654 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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YKL 864J is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 48,921 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 YKL 864J, 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 55 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 YKL 864J registered?

YKL 864J is a 1971 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 24 June 1971.

Is YKL 864J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKL 864J shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YKL 864J have outstanding finance?

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