MOT Status
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49,049 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
headlamps slightly faded
headlamps slightly faded
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
headlamps slightly faded
w/blades split
Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
both rear and nearside front tyres sidewalls cracking
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
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L17 EML is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.
Across all 2000 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 82,227 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 L17 EML, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
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How do I check the history of L17 EML?
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What year was L17 EML registered?
L17 EML is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 April 2000.
Is L17 EML safe to buy?
The MOT history for L17 EML shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does L17 EML have outstanding finance?
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