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YVB 646H

1970 Volkswagen Bettle

Black Petrol 1483cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,059 mi
Last recorded60,059 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2014
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Bettle57,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVB 646H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,483cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2014 60,059 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 60,059 miles

Nearside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has an inadequately locked flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has an inadequately locked flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 59,651 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 59,062 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 59,748 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 57,794 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 57,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2008 57,792 miles

front seats rock. rear view mirror not fitted. no trim or rear seats fitted. n/s wiper poor.

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bettle?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 115
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
position lamp(s) not working 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
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YVB 646H is a 1970 Volkswagen Bettle in Black with a 1,483cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Bettle models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 57,914 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bettle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YVB 646H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bettle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this Volkswagen Bettle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YVB 646H registered?

YVB 646H is a 1970 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 8 January 1970.

Is YVB 646H safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVB 646H shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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