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BEG 892T

1979 Volkswagen Unknown

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

267,727 mi
Last recorded267,727 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Unknown64,554 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEG 892T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 267,727 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Front Brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Rear Brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 24 Apr 2025 267,727 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Seat belt anchor mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Front Brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Rear Brakes (1.2.1 (e))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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BEG 892T is a 1979 Volkswagen Unknown in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 64,554 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BEG 892T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 47 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BEG 892T?

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What year was BEG 892T registered?

BEG 892T is a 1979 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is BEG 892T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEG 892T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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