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RBY 389K

1988 Volkswagen Beetle

Brown Petrol 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,015 mi
Last recorded53,015 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2007
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Beetle55,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBY 389K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1988
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2007 53,015 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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RBY 389K is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle in Brown with a 1,570cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 55,751 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 RBY 389K, 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 38 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 RBY 389K?

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What year was RBY 389K registered?

RBY 389K is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 October 1988.

Is RBY 389K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBY 389K 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 RBY 389K have outstanding finance?

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