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FTM 432L

1992 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

58,099 mi
Last recorded58,099 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Beetle50,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTM 432L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 58,099 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 58,099 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 58,099 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 58,099 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 58,099 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 58,099 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front no plate in poor cond

Pass 3 Jun 2011 58,099 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 58,099 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front number plate damaged

steering box slight lift

Pass 1 Jul 2009 58,099 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 25 Jun 2009 58,099 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 May 2008 57,424 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 57,424 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 56,849 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 56,849 miles

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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.

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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FTM 432L is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FTM 432L, 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 FTM 432L registered?

FTM 432L is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 June 1992.

Is FTM 432L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTM 432L shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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