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HVX 414T

1979 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

60,232 mi
Last recorded60,232 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2010
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle41,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVX 414T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Mar 2010 60,232 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

The rear tyres are wearing on the edges.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 60,232 miles

The rear tyres are wearing on the edges.

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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HVX 414T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 41,458 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 HVX 414T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HVX 414T registered?

HVX 414T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is HVX 414T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVX 414T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HVX 414T have outstanding finance?

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