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LWW 264

1981 Volkswagen Beetle

Cream Petrol 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,825 mi
Last recorded19,825 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Beetle45,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWW 264
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1981
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 19,825 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 19,816 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 19,695 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 19,533 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

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

Pass 29 May 2013 19,352 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 19,352 miles

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

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

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 11 May 2012 18,993 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 18,697 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 18,228 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 17,994 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 17,527 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 16,983 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 16,484 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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LWW 264 is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle in Cream with a 1,570cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 45,021 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 LWW 264, 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 45 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 LWW 264 registered?

LWW 264 is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 November 1981.

Is LWW 264 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWW 264 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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