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AJI 8904

1980 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1641cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

11,994 mi
Last recorded11,994 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Beetle37,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJI 8904
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 11,994 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

front axle beam nearside and offside lower ends becoming corroded

Fail 28 May 2021 11,974 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

front axle beam nearside and offside lower ends becoming corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2020 11,827 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 11,653 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear parking brake reading low

Pass 12 May 2018 11,558 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 11,330 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 11,193 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 11,057 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 10,894 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 10,873 miles

Steering box slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 19 May 2007 10,734 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 10,429 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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AJI 8904 is a 1980 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 37,677 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 AJI 8904, 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 46 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJI 8904 registered?

AJI 8904 is a 1980 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 September 1980.

Is AJI 8904 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJI 8904 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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