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CTC 233M

1991 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

58,917 mi
Last recorded58,917 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2025
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Beetle54,745 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTC 233M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2025 58,917 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 Dec 2024 58,885 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 55,515 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 54,177 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 52,785 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 51,963 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 50,345 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 50,345 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 49,852 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside 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)

fuel pipes perished

Pass 6 Nov 2009 49,738 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

slight knock in steering

Pass 8 Aug 2006 48,851 miles

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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CTC 233M is a 1991 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 54,745 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 CTC 233M, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CTC 233M registered?

CTC 233M is a 1991 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 1991.

Is CTC 233M safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTC 233M shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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