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EFX 193T

1989 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

118,373 mi
Last recorded118,373 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2010
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Beetle44,131 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFX 193T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2010 118,373 miles

ns ond os floor slightly croded

alternator belt loosee

Fail 20 May 2010 118,373 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

alternator belt loosee

ns ond os floor slightly croded

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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EFX 193T is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 44,131 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 EFX 193T, 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 37 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 EFX 193T?

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What year was EFX 193T registered?

EFX 193T is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is EFX 193T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFX 193T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EFX 193T have outstanding finance?

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