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EGC 452H

1981 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

99,877 mi
Last recorded99,877 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Beetle45,021 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGC 452H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 99,877 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 99,862 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 99,843 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 99,832 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 99,824 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 99,708 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 99,702 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 99,633 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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EGC 452H is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 45,021 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 EGC 452H, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EGC 452H registered?

EGC 452H is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 August 1981.

Is EGC 452H safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGC 452H shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EGC 452H have outstanding finance?

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