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Q811UOE

1987 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,814 mi
Last recorded55,814 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2005
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Beetle46,595 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ811UOE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2005 55,814 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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Q811UOE is a 1987 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 46,595 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 Q811UOE, 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 39 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 Q811UOE?

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What year was Q811UOE registered?

Q811UOE is a 1987 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 June 1987.

Is Q811UOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q811UOE shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Q811UOE have outstanding finance?

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