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FAX 276K

1984 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,752 mi
Last recorded85,752 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 1984 Volkswagen Beetle42,491 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAX 276K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 85,752 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 85,126 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 May 2013 84,432 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 83,824 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 5,965 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 6 May 2010 5,727 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 5,298 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 5,289 miles

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

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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FAX 276K is a 1984 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1984 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 42,491 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 FAX 276K, 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 42 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 FAX 276K?

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What year was FAX 276K registered?

FAX 276K is a 1984 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is FAX 276K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAX 276K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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