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BBH 309P

1980 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,324 mi
Last recorded27,324 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Beetle37,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBH 309P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 May 2018 27,324 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 27,244 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 27,213 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 27,166 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 27,140 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 27,116 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 26,934 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 5,722 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 May 2009 5,698 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 5,697 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 5,694 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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BBH 309P is a 1980 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,570cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BBH 309P, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BBH 309P?

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What year was BBH 309P registered?

BBH 309P is a 1980 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is BBH 309P safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBH 309P shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BBH 309P have outstanding finance?

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