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HFG 239T

1991 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,462 mi
Last recorded68,462 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Beetle54,745 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFG 239T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2015 68,462 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 64,666 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 61,570 miles

Both rear tyre cracking badly

Pass 22 Jun 2011 61,555 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 61,426 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 60,855 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 60,385 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 59,688 miles
Pass 4 May 2005 57,465 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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HFG 239T is a 1991 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 54,745 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 HFG 239T, 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 35 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 HFG 239T?

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What year was HFG 239T registered?

HFG 239T is a 1991 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 October 1991.

Is HFG 239T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFG 239T shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HFG 239T have outstanding finance?

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