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761 UXT

1983 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,522 mi
Last recorded88,522 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2008
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Beetle49,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration761 UXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2008 88,522 miles

wiper arm springs very weak

Fail 26 Jun 2008 88,522 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Indicator tell tale missing (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Indicator tell tale missing (1.4.A.2a)

wiper arm springs very weak

Pass 24 May 2006 88,385 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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761 UXT is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 49,914 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 761 UXT, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of 761 UXT?

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What year was 761 UXT registered?

761 UXT is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 September 1983.

Is 761 UXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 761 UXT shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 761 UXT have outstanding finance?

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