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BGC 108G

1983 Volkswagen Beatle

White Petrol 1483cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

98,225 mi
Last recorded98,225 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGC 108G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeatle
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,483cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 98,225 miles

Oil Leak

Osr wheel arch has surface corrosion

Underside has surface corrosion

Fail 20 Feb 2017 98,225 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil Leak

Osr wheel arch has surface corrosion

Underside has surface corrosion

Pass 2 Jun 2015 96,954 miles

surface corrosion on floor pan

vehicle undersealed not allowing full inspection

Pass 29 May 2014 96,537 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 95,861 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

cannot fully assess underbody due to thick underseal,floor pan and sills corroded but not considered excessive

o/s/f wheel bearing has medium play

Fail 21 Jun 2012 95,861 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

cannot fully assess underbody due to thick underseal,floor pan and sills corroded but not considered excessive

o/s/f wheel bearing has medium play

Pass 8 Feb 2010 94,999 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 90,938 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 88,604 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 88,600 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Torsion bar attachment bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.E.4c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 88,600 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beatle?

Based on 1,186 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
564
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 92
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 83
Stop lamp not working 58
position lamp(s) not working 49
Horn not working 42
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BGC 108G is a 1983 Volkswagen Beatle in White with a 1,483cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beatle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BGC 108G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beatle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 43 years old, this Volkswagen Beatle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BGC 108G?

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What year was BGC 108G registered?

BGC 108G is a 1983 Volkswagen Beatle, first registered on 28 October 1983.

Is BGC 108G safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGC 108G shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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