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NHM 155X

1981 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,026 mi
Last recorded99,026 miles
Recorded on20 May 2022
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Beetle45,021 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHM 155X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,184cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2022 99,026 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2022 99,026 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Rear Seat belt missing all 1980 onwards (7.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 99,041 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 99,026 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working Nearside and offside rear (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Nearside and offside rear chassis sections (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Nearside and offside rear outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2017 99,026 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 98,793 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 95,520 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 80,335 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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NHM 155X is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 NHM 155X, 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

How do I check the history of NHM 155X?

You can check the full history of NHM 155X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NHM 155X registered?

NHM 155X is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is NHM 155X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NHM 155X shows 8 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 NHM 155X have outstanding finance?

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