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D314 CVN

1986 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,508 mi
Last recorded19,508 miles
Recorded on30 May 2011
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Beetle48,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD314 CVN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,184cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2011 19,508 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 16,471 miles

DRIVEBELT SLIGHTLY SLACK.

HEADLIGHT SWITCH SLIGHTLY FAULTY.

L/H AND R/H DOOR INTERIOR TRIMS LOOSE.

L/H/R JACKING POINT CORRODED.

R/H/R TAIL LIGHT LENS CRACKED.

SLIGHT WEAR AT STEERING BOX.

SOME CORROSION AT SPARE WHEEL COMPARTMENT.

SURFACE CORROSION AT FRONT BRAKE DISCS.

Pass 15 Aug 2008 14,353 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 14,332 miles

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 107,833 miles

EXHAUST CORRODED.

SLIGHT CORROSION AT R/H/F INNER SURFACE OF FRONT BRAKE DISC.

SLIGHT LEAK AT L/H/R HUB.

SLIGHT PLAY AT BOTH FRONT HUBS.

Pass 7 Jul 2006 98,920 miles

HEADLIGHT SWITCH SLIGHTLY FAULTY.

PIECE OF METAL IN R/H/R TYRE TREAD.

PIECE OF METAL STICKING OUT OF DRIVERS SEAT.

SLIGHTLY POORER IMAGE AT L/H HEADLIGHT.

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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D314 CVN is a 1986 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 48,532 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 D314 CVN, 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 40 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 D314 CVN?

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What year was D314 CVN registered?

D314 CVN is a 1986 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 August 1986.

Is D314 CVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for D314 CVN shows 6 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.

Does D314 CVN have outstanding finance?

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