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EMR 853L

1990 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2014
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

20,036 mi
Last recorded20,036 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2013
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Beetle47,333 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMR 853L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2013 20,036 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 20,036 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 19,909 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 19,909 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 19,889 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 19,889 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 65,501 miles

headlamps have low light output on dip beam. ok at time of test

Pass 7 Apr 2008 65,501 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 65,501 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 65,501 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not in a clean condition affecting light output (1.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim not in a clean condition affecting light output (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 27 Jul 2005 65,407 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

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 853L is a 1990 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 853L, 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 853L?

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What year was EMR 853L registered?

EMR 853L is a 1990 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 August 1990.

Is EMR 853L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMR 853L shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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