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ENV 888T

1979 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1303cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,571 mi
Last recorded48,571 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2019
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle41,458 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationENV 888T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,303cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2019 48,571 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play lower steering shaft u/j slight play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 48,143 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))

steering shaft lower u/j slight play

Pass 3 Jul 2017 47,768 miles

nearside rack gaiter perished

steering shaft lower u/j to steering rack slight play

Pass 6 Jun 2016 47,368 miles

nearside rack gaiter perished

steering shaft lower u/j to steering rack slight play

Pass 9 Jun 2015 46,986 miles

front nearside steering rack gaitor perished (not split)

lower steering shaft uj slight play

Pass 1 Jul 2014 46,602 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 45,785 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 45,197 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 45,196 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 May 2011 44,644 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 43,730 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 42,338 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 42,338 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 41,664 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 41,461 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 41,461 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 40,992 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 36,872 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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ENV 888T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,303cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 41,458 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 ENV 888T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ENV 888T?

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What year was ENV 888T registered?

ENV 888T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is ENV 888T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ENV 888T shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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