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DBY 741M

1984 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,510 mi
Last recorded10,510 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1984 Volkswagen Beetle42,491 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBY 741M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 10,510 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 10,486 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 53,025 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 53,025 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 53,025 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 53,025 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 53,025 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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DBY 741M is a 1984 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 DBY 741M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DBY 741M?

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What year was DBY 741M registered?

DBY 741M is a 1984 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 July 1984.

Is DBY 741M safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBY 741M shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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