MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
70,749 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Headlamp beam converters present on the lenses
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Headlamp beam converters present on the lenses
Headlamp aim coverters fitted
Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
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B553 UPR is a 1984 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
Across all 1984 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 42,491 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 B553 UPR, 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 42 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was B553 UPR registered?
B553 UPR is a 1984 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 December 1984.
Is B553 UPR safe to buy?
The MOT history for B553 UPR shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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