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EHJ 159H

1992 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

455 mi
Last recorded455 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Beetle50,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEHJ 159H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1992
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 455 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 104 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 59,283 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 59,282 miles

Centre Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 56,994 miles

slight play in steering mechanism

slight roughness to offside front wheel bearings when rotated

Fail 16 Jun 2009 56,994 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

slight play in steering mechanism

slight roughness to offside front wheel bearings when rotated

Pass 9 Aug 2007 55,174 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 55,174 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

very slight roughness offside and nearside front wheel bearings when rotated

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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EHJ 159H is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 EHJ 159H, 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 EHJ 159H registered?

EHJ 159H is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 September 1992.

Is EHJ 159H safe to buy?

The MOT history for EHJ 159H shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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