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D193 PGT

1985 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,924 mi
Last recorded31,924 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Beetle41,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD193 PGT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,184cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 31,924 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2020 31,840 miles

HC level high at idle, within tolerances when engine speed raised to 2500 rpm

Nearside headlamp on upper aim limit, offside on lower aim limit

Slight noise from offside front wheel bearing - no roughness detected

Pass 13 Nov 2018 31,679 miles

HC level high at idle, within tolerances when engine speed raised to 2500 rpm

Nearside headlamp on upper aim limit, offside on lower aim limit

Slight noise from offside front wheel bearing - no roughness detected

Fail 13 Nov 2018 31,679 miles

HC level high at idle, within tolerances when engine speed raised to 2500 rpm

Nearside headlamp on upper aim limit, offside on lower aim limit

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Slight noise from offside front wheel bearing - no roughness detected

Pass 14 Nov 2017 31,567 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 31,451 miles

CO level weak, HC levels high, within tolerances @2000rpm

Corrosion to rear floors and wheelarches

Nearside and offside front lower suspension ball joint gaiters deteriorated

Slight freeplay in steering

Pass 5 Nov 2015 31,987 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 30,903 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 27,749 miles

nearside and offside front lower suspension balljoint gaiters deteriorated

nearside front wheelarch corroded through - not considered criteria

oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2012 22,752 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 17,241 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 12,144 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 12,133 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 6,735 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 2,379 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 2,375 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 96,926 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 91,886 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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D193 PGT is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 D193 PGT, 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

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What year was D193 PGT registered?

D193 PGT is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is D193 PGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D193 PGT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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