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DRR 281B

1998 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,711 mi
Last recorded21,711 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle68,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRR 281B
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 21,711 miles

Front wipers slightly smearing

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Jul 2016 21,681 miles

horn sometimes sticks on

Fail 25 Jul 2016 21,680 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

horn sometimes sticks on

Pass 15 Jul 2015 21,546 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 21,545 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Inner Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 May 2014 21,407 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 21,343 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 21,252 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 21,067 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 20,776 miles

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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DRR 281B is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 68,525 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 DRR 281B, 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 28 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 DRR 281B registered?

DRR 281B is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is DRR 281B safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRR 281B shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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