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BLF 352S

1985 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

15,513 mi
Last recorded15,513 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Beetle41,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLF 352S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2021 15,513 miles

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

slight engine oil leak.

washerbottle leaks.

Pass 26 May 2020 14,924 miles

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

Offside handbrake effort low.

engine oil leak.

slight front brake imbalance [offside low].

Pass 20 Sep 2017 13,575 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear slight brake bind

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear slight brake bind

all four tyres over ten years old (dated 2003)

steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel

very heavy oil leak requires attention

Pass 25 Aug 2016 13,129 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak quite serious, requires attention ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

all 4 tyres are 13 years old

Pass 8 Sep 2015 12,679 miles

oil leak

slight play in both front and rear wheel bearings

Pass 1 Sep 2014 12,244 miles

Oil leak

play in both front shock absorber top mounts

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 30 Aug 2013 11,793 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Aug 2013 11,793 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 11,145 miles

horn weak

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 27 Jun 2011 10,785 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

horn weak close to limits

stone chips in windscreen

wipers smearing

Fail 4 Jun 2010 10,338 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front no.plate poor

horn weak

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 4 Jun 2010 10,338 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front no.plate poor

horn weak

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 1 Jun 2009 10,055 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

signs of welding repairs to o/s/r floorpan

Pass 13 May 2008 8,483 miles

front and rear tyre valves not visible

Pass 5 Sep 2006 8,271 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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BLF 352S is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 41,702 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 BLF 352S, 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 41 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BLF 352S registered?

BLF 352S is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 November 1985.

Is BLF 352S safe to buy?

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