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VVV 70S

1983 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

10,364 mi
Last recorded10,364 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Beetle49,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVV 70S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 10,364 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive left and right bank on heat exchangers (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2024 10,336 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 10,260 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 10,200 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2014 10,175 miles

nearside front brake slight binding

Pass 31 Aug 2013 10,139 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 10,139 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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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VVV 70S is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 49,914 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VVV 70S, 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 43 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 VVV 70S registered?

VVV 70S is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 November 1983.

Is VVV 70S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVV 70S shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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