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DRS 114K

1992 Volkswagen Beetle

Maroon Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,425 mi
Last recorded53,425 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Beetle50,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRS 114K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1992
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2015 53,425 miles

Tyres cracking

Pass 20 Aug 2014 53,415 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Tyres cracking

Pass 14 Aug 2013 53,404 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 53,340 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 53,171 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 53,171 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 53,134 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 11 Aug 2009 52,933 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 52,857 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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DRS 114K is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle in Maroon with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DRS 114K, 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 DRS 114K registered?

DRS 114K is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 December 1992.

Is DRS 114K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRS 114K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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