MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
60,301 miAbove average mileage for this year
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PLAY IN FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
FOOT BRAKE TRAVEL
PLAY IN FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS
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788 PMB is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 788 PMB, 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 788 PMB?
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What year was 788 PMB registered?
788 PMB is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 July 1983.
Is 788 PMB safe to buy?
The MOT history for 788 PMB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 788 PMB have outstanding finance?
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