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CBY 332G

1998 Volkswagen Beetle

Multi-colour Petrol 1103cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

25,534 mi
Last recorded25,534 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2007
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle68,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBY 332G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,103cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2007 25,534 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 25,534 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Fail 16 Oct 2007 25,534 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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CBY 332G is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle in Multi-colour with a 1,103cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 CBY 332G, 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 CBY 332G registered?

CBY 332G is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 April 1998.

Is CBY 332G safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBY 332G shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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