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LGH 438T

2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,664 mi
Last recorded15,664 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle82,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGH 438T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 15,664 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 15,261 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 14,787 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 14,024 miles

All tyres outer sidewalks starting to persirh

Pass 21 Jun 2017 13,558 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 12,825 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 12,825 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 12,014 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 12,014 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 111,425 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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LGH 438T is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LGH 438T, 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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What year was LGH 438T registered?

LGH 438T is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 February 2000.

Is LGH 438T safe to buy?

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