MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
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Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
nsf lower king pin slight play.ok at time of test
slight play nsf king pin
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
slight play nsf king pin
Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bettle?
Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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CSU 498 is a 1987 Volkswagen Bettle in Red with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
The most common reason a Volkswagen Bettle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CSU 498, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Volkswagen Bettle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 39 years old, this Volkswagen Bettle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of CSU 498?
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What year was CSU 498 registered?
CSU 498 is a 1987 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 6 November 1987.
Is CSU 498 safe to buy?
The MOT history for CSU 498 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does CSU 498 have outstanding finance?
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