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6836 VW

1988 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9,176 mi
Last recorded9,176 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Beetle55,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration6836 VW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 9,176 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 9,175 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 May 2018 9,163 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 9,155 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 8,958 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 8,762 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 8,553 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 8,331 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 8,043 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 7,730 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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6836 VW is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 6836 VW, 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

How do I check the history of 6836 VW?

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What year was 6836 VW registered?

6836 VW is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 April 1988.

Is 6836 VW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 6836 VW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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