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EKH 84J

1989 Volkswagen Bettle

White Petrol 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

65,699 mi
Last recorded65,699 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKH 84J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Mar 2014 65,699 miles

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

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

slight play in steering box

Pass 10 Mar 2014 65,699 miles

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

slight play in steering box

Pass 29 Jul 2009 63,750 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 63,750 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2008 62,169 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 61,249 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2005 61,115 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2005 61,115 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bettle?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 115
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
position lamp(s) not working 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
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EKH 84J is a 1989 Volkswagen Bettle in White with a 1,570cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bettle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EKH 84J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bettle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 37 years old, this Volkswagen Bettle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EKH 84J registered?

EKH 84J is a 1989 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 2 March 1989.

Is EKH 84J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKH 84J shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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