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EMR 843L

1990 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,394 mi
Last recorded18,394 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Beetle47,333 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMR 843L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1990
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,184cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2015 18,394 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 48,145 miles

no bumpers fitted

Fail 3 Oct 2012 48,145 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

no bumpers fitted

rear brake pipes fouled by shock absorbers

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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EMR 843L is a 1990 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 47,333 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 Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EMR 843L, 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 36 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 EMR 843L?

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What year was EMR 843L registered?

EMR 843L is a 1990 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 April 1990.

Is EMR 843L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMR 843L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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