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BAN 156G

1993 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1641cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,822 mi
Last recorded18,822 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2021
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Beetle52,953 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAN 156G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2021 18,822 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 18,822 miles

Offside Rear brake backplate damp with oil

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2019 18,749 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 18,715 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 18,385 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 18,384 miles

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 18,121 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 17,893 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2013 17,681 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 17,681 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 16,843 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 15,946 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 14,920 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2009 13,961 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 12,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2007 11,592 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 9,763 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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BAN 156G is a 1993 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1993 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 52,953 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 BAN 156G, 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 33 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BAN 156G registered?

BAN 156G is a 1993 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 March 1993.

Is BAN 156G safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAN 156G shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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