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A485 LEH

1983 Volkswagen Beetle

Purple Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

56,258 mi
Last recorded56,258 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Beetle49,914 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA485 LEH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1983
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 56,258 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 56,066 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 55,905 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 55,692 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 55,620 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 55,407 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 55,312 miles

Front number plate cracked

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 55,275 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits too high (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle on full left lock (5.2.3 (f))

Front number plate cracked

Fuel pipe chafing at carb (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 54,996 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 54,861 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 54,304 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 54,270 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 54,197 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 54,162 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 54,088 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 54,083 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 53,968 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 53,413 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 52,669 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 48,904 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 47,993 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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A485 LEH is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle in Purple with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 A485 LEH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A485 LEH registered?

A485 LEH is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A485 LEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A485 LEH shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A485 LEH have outstanding finance?

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