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C836 WKS

1985 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,555 mi
Last recorded29,555 miles
Recorded on24 May 2013
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Beetle41,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC836 WKS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2013 29,555 miles
Fail 5 May 2013 29,541 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 28,758 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 33,216 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2009 26,887 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 28,884 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.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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C836 WKS is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 C836 WKS, 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 C836 WKS?

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What year was C836 WKS registered?

C836 WKS is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C836 WKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C836 WKS shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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