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BDV 91B

1986 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,822 mi
Last recorded20,822 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Beetle48,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDV 91B
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1986
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2017 20,822 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 13,979 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 1,821 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 98,589 miles

bolt missing on nearside front hub

front number plate deteriorated

nearside rear shock absorber bottom bush eye damaged

offside front brake grinding

Fail 30 Jan 2013 98,578 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

bolt missing on nearside front hub

front number plate deteriorated

nearside rear shock absorber bottom bush eye damaged

offside front brake grinding

Pass 30 Nov 2011 67,300 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 65,944 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 65,066 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Only drivers seat fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2009 65,066 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Only drivers seat fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2008 63,544 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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BDV 91B is a 1986 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 48,532 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 BDV 91B, 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 40 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BDV 91B registered?

BDV 91B is a 1986 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 March 1986.

Is BDV 91B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDV 91B 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.

Does BDV 91B have outstanding finance?

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