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CNB 98M

1985 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1302cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

47,461 mi
Last recorded47,461 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2015
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Beetle41,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNB 98M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,302cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2015 47,461 miles

front number plate modified

Fail 7 Aug 2015 47,461 miles

Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front number plate modified

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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CNB 98M is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,302cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 CNB 98M, 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 CNB 98M?

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What year was CNB 98M registered?

CNB 98M is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 November 1985.

Is CNB 98M safe to buy?

The MOT history for CNB 98M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CNB 98M have outstanding finance?

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