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1998 CH

2017 Volkswagen Beetle

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

37,803 mi
Last recorded37,803 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Beetle31,417 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1998 CH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 37,803 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 37,803 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 29,117 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2024 29,117 miles

Offside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror cover missing presenting a sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 19,066 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 13,309 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front and rear tyres slightly cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2020

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How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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1998 CH is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 31,417 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 Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1998 CH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 9 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 1998 CH?

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What year was 1998 CH registered?

1998 CH is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 June 2017.

Is 1998 CH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1998 CH shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 1998 CH have outstanding finance?

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