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APP 410J

1999 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,348 mi
Last recorded9,348 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Beetle78,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPP 410J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 9,348 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 9,201 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 9,084 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 8,761 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 8,517 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 8,303 miles

steering has play at steering wheel

Fail 9 Aug 2011 8,303 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

steering has play at steering wheel

Pass 2 Jul 2010 8,293 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 8,293 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 8,293 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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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APP 410J is a 1999 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 78,784 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 APP 410J, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of APP 410J?

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What year was APP 410J registered?

APP 410J is a 1999 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 August 1999.

Is APP 410J safe to buy?

The MOT history for APP 410J shows 10 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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