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EPR 222Y

1983 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

31,347 mi
Last recorded31,347 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Beetle49,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPR 222Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 31,347 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

o/s/f tyre perished

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 14 Aug 2017 31,334 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

o/s/f tyre perished

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 22 Jul 2017 31,307 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

Headlamp not working on main beam both (1.7.5a)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

offside front tyre perished

play in steering box

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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EPR 222Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 49,914 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 EPR 222Y, 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 43 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 EPR 222Y?

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What year was EPR 222Y registered?

EPR 222Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 June 1983.

Is EPR 222Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPR 222Y shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EPR 222Y have outstanding finance?

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