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MML 948W

1981 Volkswagen Beetle

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,972 mi
Last recorded23,972 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2008
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Beetle45,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMML 948W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1981
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2008 23,972 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 20,681 miles

o/s rear floor corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2006 15,152 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 15,143 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

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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MML 948W is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MML 948W, 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 MML 948W registered?

MML 948W is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is MML 948W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MML 948W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MML 948W have outstanding finance?

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