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HVG 920L

1982 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,937 mi
Last recorded81,937 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Beetle42,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVG 920L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2019 81,937 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 81,937 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s o/s ( blades split ) (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear mirror glass missing (3.3 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached bottom nut was lose (re tightened ) (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 80,559 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 80,550 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2009 79,826 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 79,823 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 79,010 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 79,010 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 77,665 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 77,665 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 77,615 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 77,615 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2005 76,324 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2005 76,324 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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HVG 920L is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HVG 920L, 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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What year was HVG 920L registered?

HVG 920L is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 May 1982.

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