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DPK 157T

1992 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,075 mi
Last recorded72,075 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Beetle50,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPK 157T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1992
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 72,075 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

play at steering wheel

Pass 16 Nov 2023 71,990 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 71,984 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Nov 2014 70,758 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 70,691 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 70,523 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 70,092 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 69,712 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 69,708 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 2 May 2008 68,825 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 68,435 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 67,588 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2006 67,588 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 26 Apr 2006 67,588 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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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DPK 157T is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 50,962 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 DPK 157T, 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 34 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 DPK 157T registered?

DPK 157T is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 March 1992.

Is DPK 157T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPK 157T shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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