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C396 NBB

1985 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,022 mi
Last recorded93,022 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Beetle41,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC396 NBB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 13 May 2026 93,022 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 88,966 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 88,914 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 88,740 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

steering has slight play

Pass 19 Aug 2021 88,651 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 88,195 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 87,152 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 87,135 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 86,926 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 86,675 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 86,463 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 85,650 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 84,084 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 82,938 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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C396 NBB is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C396 NBB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C396 NBB?

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What year was C396 NBB registered?

C396 NBB is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C396 NBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C396 NBB shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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