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XME 329N

1974 Volkswagen Beatle

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,100 mi
Last recorded93,100 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Beatle52,226 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXME 329N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeatle
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2019 93,100 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 93,102 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Fail 11 Nov 2017 93,101 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 93,101 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 93,101 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beatle?

Based on 1,186 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
564
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 92
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 83
Stop lamp not working 58
position lamp(s) not working 49
Horn not working 42
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XME 329N is a 1974 Volkswagen Beatle in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Beatle models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 52,226 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beatle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XME 329N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beatle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 52 years old, this Volkswagen Beatle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XME 329N registered?

XME 329N is a 1974 Volkswagen Beatle, first registered on 26 September 1974.

Is XME 329N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XME 329N shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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