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GSL 630

1999 Volkswagen Beetle

Purple Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

578 mi
Last recorded578 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2019
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Beetle78,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSL 630
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2019 578 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Inner nearside and offside tyre sidewalls slightly perished

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Jun 2019 578 miles

Front Position lamp not working nearside and offside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Inner nearside and offside tyre sidewalls slightly perished

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2006 90,279 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 90,279 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.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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GSL 630 is a 1999 Volkswagen Beetle in Purple with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 78,784 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 GSL 630, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GSL 630 registered?

GSL 630 is a 1999 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 October 1999.

Is GSL 630 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSL 630 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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