MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
74,518 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
front no.plate cracked
Headlamps have black tape on them so that beam/cut off is correct
Offside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)
all four tyres are perished and starting to crack
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HTU 590X is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1982 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 42,199 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 HTU 590X, 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 44 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of HTU 590X?
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What year was HTU 590X registered?
HTU 590X is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1982.
Is HTU 590X safe to buy?
The MOT history for HTU 590X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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