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APY 150G

1981 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1641cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

79,310 mi
Last recorded79,310 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Beetle45,021 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPY 150G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 79,310 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 79,214 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 79,137 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 78,988 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 78,915 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 8,746 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 8,746 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 8,931 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 8,746 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 8,746 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Steering box slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 27 Apr 2006 8,746 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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APY 150G is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 45,021 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 APY 150G, 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 45 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 APY 150G?

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What year was APY 150G registered?

APY 150G is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is APY 150G safe to buy?

The MOT history for APY 150G shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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