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NOP 287F

1981 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1483cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,855 mi
Last recorded20,855 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Beetle45,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNOP 287F
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,483cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 20,855 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 11 Nov 2015 20,842 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure bush missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 94,581 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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NOP 287F is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,483cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 NOP 287F, 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 NOP 287F?

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What year was NOP 287F registered?

NOP 287F is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 December 1981.

Is NOP 287F safe to buy?

The MOT history for NOP 287F shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NOP 287F have outstanding finance?

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