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DIJ 5619

1987 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2014
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,551 mi
Last recorded17,551 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2013
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Beetle46,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIJ 5619
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2013 17,551 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 17,373 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 17,199 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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DIJ 5619 is a 1987 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 46,595 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 DIJ 5619, 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 39 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 DIJ 5619?

You can check the full history of DIJ 5619 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DIJ 5619 registered?

DIJ 5619 is a 1987 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 August 1987.

Is DIJ 5619 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIJ 5619 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DIJ 5619 have outstanding finance?

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