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HIA 1615

1974 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle

Purple Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

20,020 mi
Last recorded20,020 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIA 1615
MakeVolkswagen
Model1200 Beetle
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 20,020 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 20,020 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 20,020 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 20,020 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Drivers seat not locking in all avaiable positions

Pass 5 Jul 2006 20,020 miles

NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE REAR BRAKE DRUMS SHOWING OIL CONTAMINATION

Fail 5 Jul 2006 20,020 miles

NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE REAR BRAKE DRUMS SHOWING OIL CONTAMINATION

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Fail 5 Jun 2006 20,020 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1200 Beetle?

Based on 447 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
755
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 43
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 41
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 19
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18
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HIA 1615 is a 1974 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle in Purple with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1200 Beetle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HIA 1615, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1200 Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 52 years old, this Volkswagen 1200 Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HIA 1615 registered?

HIA 1615 is a 1974 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is HIA 1615 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIA 1615 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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