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FNN 566C

1990 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,602 mi
Last recorded9,602 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2013
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Beetle47,333 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNN 566C
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1990
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2013 9,602 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 8,705 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 7,448 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 6,554 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 6,547 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 5,009 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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FNN 566C is a 1990 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 FNN 566C, 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

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What year was FNN 566C registered?

FNN 566C is a 1990 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 April 1990.

Is FNN 566C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNN 566C shows 6 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.

Does FNN 566C have outstanding finance?

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