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D432 ALR

1986 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,309 mi
Last recorded18,309 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Beetle48,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD432 ALR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,184cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 18,309 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 17,994 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 17,681 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2020 17,681 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 17,463 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 17,103 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box slight movement (2.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 16,641 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 16,343 miles

Steering box has slight play.

Fail 16 Dec 2016 16,343 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering box has slight play.

Pass 7 Jan 2015 15,453 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 14,475 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 14,469 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 May 2012 14,231 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 14,165 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 14,165 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 11,022 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish

rear axle seals leaking

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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D432 ALR is a 1986 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D432 ALR, 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.

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What year was D432 ALR registered?

D432 ALR is a 1986 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D432 ALR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D432 ALR shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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