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A455 VYE

1983 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,139 mi
Last recorded82,139 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2009
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Beetle49,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA455 VYE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2009 82,139 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 82,027 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 82,021 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 79,304 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 79,299 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2005 74,127 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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A455 VYE is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 A455 VYE, 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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What year was A455 VYE registered?

A455 VYE is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A455 VYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A455 VYE shows 6 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.

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