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DRK 106D

1966 Volkswagen Beatle

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

46,981 mi
Last recorded46,981 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2015
Typical for 1966 Volkswagen Beatle31,806 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRK 106D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeatle
Year1966
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2015 46,981 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 46,890 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 46,426 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

steering damper mounting slightly deteriorated

Pass 18 Jun 2012 45,072 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 45,072 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 28,485 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009
Fail 23 Oct 2009

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 21,523 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 21 Nov 2006 21,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear bumper not fitted exhaust protruding past rear of vehicle

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beatle?

Based on 1,186 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
564
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 92
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 83
Stop lamp not working 58
position lamp(s) not working 49
Horn not working 42
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DRK 106D is a 1966 Volkswagen Beatle in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1966 Volkswagen Beatle models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 31,806 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 Beatle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DRK 106D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beatle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 60 years old, this Volkswagen Beatle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DRK 106D registered?

DRK 106D is a 1966 Volkswagen Beatle, first registered on 21 November 1966.

Is DRK 106D safe to buy?

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