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SAV 79M

1988 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,707 mi
Last recorded39,707 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Beetle55,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAV 79M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 39,707 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 39,703 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 39,658 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 39,626 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 39,528 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 39,517 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 39,500 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 39,405 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 39,152 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 38,628 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2009 38,628 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 67,370 miles

ADVICE/extensive welding under the vehicle and undersealing on some areas prevent prober inpection.

Pass 25 Oct 2007 64,411 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 64,409 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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SAV 79M is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,570cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SAV 79M, 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

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What year was SAV 79M registered?

SAV 79M is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 December 1988.

Is SAV 79M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAV 79M shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SAV 79M have outstanding finance?

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