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RGK 533P

1988 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

38,692 mi
Last recorded38,692 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Beetle55,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGK 533P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 38,692 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 38,407 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 37,942 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2014 37,499 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2013 37,206 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2013 37,206 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 May 2012 37,120 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 36,751 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 36,357 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 36,426 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 34,695 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 34,564 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 34,360 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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RGK 533P is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RGK 533P, 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 RGK 533P?

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What year was RGK 533P registered?

RGK 533P is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 June 1988.

Is RGK 533P safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGK 533P shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RGK 533P have outstanding finance?

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