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DPL 117T

1994 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

27,759 mi
Last recorded27,759 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Beetle48,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPL 117T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 27,759 miles

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

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

Fail 9 May 2019 27,759 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 8 May 2017 26,292 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 26,272 miles

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

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 25,866 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 25,706 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 25,382 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 24 Jul 2012 25,373 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 25,147 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 24,899 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 24,665 miles

155/15tyres on front 165/15 tyres on rear

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 24,665 miles

155/15tyres on front 165/15 tyres on rear

Pass 23 Oct 2006 24,602 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 24,597 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

Rear bumper insecure

left hand front wheel bearing noisey

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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DPL 117T is a 1994 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1994 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 48,352 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DPL 117T, 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 32 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DPL 117T registered?

DPL 117T is a 1994 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 July 1994.

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