MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
21,711 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front wipers slightly smearing
Offside Rear tyre cracking
Oil leak ()
horn sometimes sticks on
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
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)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?
Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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
How do I check the history of DRR 281B?
You can check the full history of DRR 281B by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
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.
Does DRR 281B have outstanding finance?
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