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PGU 201K

1983 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,042 mi
Last recorded65,042 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Beetle49,914 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGU 201K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 65,042 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 63,178 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 63,178 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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PGU 201K is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 49,914 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 PGU 201K, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PGU 201K?

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What year was PGU 201K registered?

PGU 201K is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 November 1983.

Is PGU 201K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGU 201K 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 PGU 201K have outstanding finance?

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