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HSL 342

1999 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,700 mi
Last recorded40,700 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2011
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Beetle78,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSL 342
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2011 40,700 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 40,069 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 39,273 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 37,878 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 36,677 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 35,616 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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HSL 342 is a 1999 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 HSL 342, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HSL 342 registered?

HSL 342 is a 1999 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is HSL 342 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSL 342 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HSL 342 have outstanding finance?

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