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227 XUR

1951 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1026cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,297 mi
Last recorded24,297 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2010
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Vehicle Details

Registration227 XUR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1951
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,026cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 Mar 2010 24,297 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 24,297 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 23,189 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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227 XUR is a 1951 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,026cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 227 XUR, 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 75 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 227 XUR?

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What year was 227 XUR registered?

227 XUR is a 1951 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 January 1951.

Is 227 XUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 227 XUR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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