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HDM 88K

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,380 mi
Last recorded15,380 miles
Recorded on6 May 2020
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDM 88K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2020 15,380 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 15,246 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 15,177 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 15,145 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 15,092 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 15,013 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 14,716 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 14,638 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 14,638 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 14,627 miles

slight bind on rear brakes..

Pass 18 Aug 2009 14,487 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 14,468 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 14,444 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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HDM 88K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 46,446 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 HDM 88K, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of HDM 88K?

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What year was HDM 88K registered?

HDM 88K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 December 1971.

Is HDM 88K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDM 88K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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