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RNF 999W

1981 Volkswagen Beetle

Pink Petrol 1641cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,597 mi
Last recorded13,597 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Beetle45,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNF 999W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1981
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 13,597 miles

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 13,597 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam fit h4 bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 13,532 miles

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2020 13,421 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 13,003 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 12,802 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 12,562 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 12,256 miles

windscreen is tinted!

Fail 15 Apr 2016 12,256 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

windscreen is tinted!

Pass 21 Apr 2015 11,695 miles

Windscreen appears to be excessively tinted

Pass 24 May 2013 11,156 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 May 2012 10,480 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 May 2011 9,987 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 8,967 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 7,952 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 6,931 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 6,519 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 5,010 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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RNF 999W is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle in Pink with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RNF 999W, 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 RNF 999W registered?

RNF 999W is a 1981 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 April 1981.

Is RNF 999W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNF 999W shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RNF 999W have outstanding finance?

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