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CTV 259K

1998 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,122 mi
Last recorded20,122 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle68,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTV 259K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 20,122 miles
Pass 14 May 2016
Pass 12 May 2015 12,633 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 85,484 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 9,544 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 82,482 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 8,240 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 6 May 2006 4,056 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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CTV 259K is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,570cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 CTV 259K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CTV 259K?

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What year was CTV 259K registered?

CTV 259K is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 November 1998.

Is CTV 259K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTV 259K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CTV 259K have outstanding finance?

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