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B553 UPR

1984 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2025
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

70,749 mi
Last recorded70,749 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2024
Typical for 1984 Volkswagen Beetle42,491 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB553 UPR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1984
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2024 70,749 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2023 70,748 miles

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))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 69,931 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Nov 2022 69,931 miles

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))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 68,620 miles

Headlamp beam converters present on the lenses

Fail 1 Dec 2021 68,620 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Headlamp beam converters present on the lenses

Pass 8 Oct 2019 68,613 miles

Headlamp aim coverters fitted

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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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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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