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GUM 4D

1992 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,247 mi
Last recorded36,247 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2008
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Beetle50,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUM 4D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1992
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2008 36,247 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2007 34,942 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 25 Oct 2007 35,940 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 35,801 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 35,577 miles

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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GUM 4D is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GUM 4D, 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

How do I check the history of GUM 4D?

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What year was GUM 4D registered?

GUM 4D is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 June 1992.

Is GUM 4D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUM 4D shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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