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PKJ 300G

1981 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,654 mi
Last recorded74,654 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Beetle45,021 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKJ 300G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2017 74,654 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 70,860 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 69,120 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 67,772 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Dec 2013 66,113 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 64,839 miles

NSR HUB OIL LEAK

Pass 5 Dec 2011 62,966 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 60,302 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jan 2010 59,532 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 59,520 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 59,137 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 59,130 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 58,306 miles

o/s rear inner c/v boot split

Pass 16 Jan 2007 57,411 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 57,411 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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PKJ 300G is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PKJ 300G, 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 PKJ 300G registered?

PKJ 300G is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 February 1981.

Is PKJ 300G safe to buy?

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