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2818 VW

1979 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,931 mi
Last recorded83,931 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2014
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle41,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration2818 VW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2014 83,931 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 83,741 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 83,438 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 83,341 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 81,896 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2005 81,544 miles

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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2818 VW is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 41,458 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 2818 VW, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 2818 VW?

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What year was 2818 VW registered?

2818 VW is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 September 1979.

Is 2818 VW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2818 VW shows 6 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 2818 VW have outstanding finance?

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