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LGF 938T

1978 Volkswagen Beetle

Maroon Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

43,811 mi
Last recorded43,811 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle45,494 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGF 938T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1978
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2018 43,811 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

lower doors corroded

nearside and offside lower panels above chassis signs of corrosion.

Fail 16 Nov 2018 43,811 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced By jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

lower doors corroded

nearside and offside lower panels above chassis signs of corrosion.

Pass 8 Dec 2017 43,601 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

lower lip of both doors corroded

Fail 3 Nov 2017 43,601 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Trailing arm (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear subframe mount under rear arch (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Lower steering column UJ has play (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear lights slightly interactive

lower lip of both front doors corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2016 43,149 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 43,144 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

off side beam image slightly poor

Pass 4 Nov 2015 42,737 miles

Both rear bearings have slight play

Nearside Rear service brake effort slightly low

nearside rear sill/jacking point signs of corrosion

Pass 24 Oct 2014 42,309 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 41,325 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 40,601 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2012 40,590 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure 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)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 39,993 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 39,993 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 38,893 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 35,115 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 32,965 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 32,889 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 29,928 miles

corrosion area of brake master cylinder(no hole found).

o/s rear heater channel closing panel corroded(not structural).

Fail 27 Sep 2007 29,928 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

corrosion area of brake master cylinder (no hole found).

o/s rear heater channel closing panel corroded(not structural).

Pass 4 Oct 2006 28,339 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 28,278 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2005 24,845 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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LGF 938T is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in Maroon with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 45,494 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 LGF 938T, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LGF 938T registered?

LGF 938T is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is LGF 938T safe to buy?

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