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BRD 874T

1989 Volkswagen Beatle

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,203 mi
Last recorded29,203 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRD 874T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeatle
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2020 29,203 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 28,649 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 27,706 miles

Front tyres perished both

Oil leak ()

Rear tyres perished both

Pass 27 Apr 2015 24,625 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 24,603 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 22,836 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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BRD 874T is a 1989 Volkswagen Beatle in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BRD 874T, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Beatle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BRD 874T registered?

BRD 874T is a 1989 Volkswagen Beatle, first registered on 21 August 1989.

Is BRD 874T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRD 874T shows 6 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 BRD 874T have outstanding finance?

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