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BWS 598S

1998 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

80,942 mi
Last recorded80,942 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2014
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle68,525 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWS 598S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2014 80,942 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 80,061 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 79,676 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fail 30 Apr 2012 79,676 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2011 78,655 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 77,531 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

advise full brake adjust

all fuel lines in poor condition advise replacement

all tyres heavily perished and cracking no cord or ply visible at time of test

n/s/r floorpan holed and corroded

seat runners worn

Fail 14 Apr 2010 77,522 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h) DANGEROUS

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

advise full brake adjust

all fuel lines in poor condition advise replacement

all tyres heavily perished and cracking no cord or ply visible at time of test

n/s and o/s steering arms appear to be fitted so as to foul and tear rack boot

n/s/r floorpan holed and corroded

seat runners worn

Fail 1 Apr 2010 77,483 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 77,277 miles

front seat clips missing.Tyres cracking on side walls

Fail 23 Apr 2009 77,277 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front seat clips missing.Tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 29 Apr 2008 77,185 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 77,091 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 77,091 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2005 76,512 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2005 76,512 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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BWS 598S is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 68,525 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BWS 598S, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BWS 598S registered?

BWS 598S is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 June 1998.

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