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GPT 21S

1990 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

15,717 mi
Last recorded15,717 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2013
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Beetle47,333 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPT 21S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,184cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2013 15,717 miles

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

corrosion on front floor pan

oil on rear drums

Fail 27 Nov 2013 15,390 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

oil leak on offside rear drum

Pass 12 Dec 2012 7,934 miles

Oil leak

front seats do not tilt

oil leak from offside rear wheel

Fail 5 Dec 2012 7,857 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak

front seats do not tilt

nearside front tyer outer edge worn

oil leak from offside rear wheel

Pass 15 Dec 2011 48 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

unable to tilt seats

Fail 9 Dec 2011 99,938 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

unable to tilt seats

Pass 23 Nov 2010 91,907 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 83,903 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 75,736 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 67,005 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 58,520 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 49,208 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2005 49,205 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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GPT 21S is a 1990 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GPT 21S, 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.

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What year was GPT 21S registered?

GPT 21S is a 1990 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 1990.

Is GPT 21S safe to buy?

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