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HLH 117T

1989 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

80,228 mi
Last recorded80,228 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Beetle44,131 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLH 117T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 80,228 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Vehicle undersealed

Pass 23 May 2017 79,853 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

vehicle underside undersealed

Fail 12 May 2017 79,818 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

vehicle underside undersealed

Pass 20 Jun 2014 79,746 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 79,628 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 79,525 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 79,227 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 79,140 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 78,136 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

front psss seat missing

Pass 8 Aug 2007 73,023 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 73,023 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 72,583 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 72,583 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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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HLH 117T is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 44,131 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 HLH 117T, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HLH 117T registered?

HLH 117T is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 October 1989.

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