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LGH 49N

1986 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,157 mi
Last recorded67,157 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2007
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Beetle48,532 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGH 49N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2007 67,157 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 67,157 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 66,292 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 49N is a 1986 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 48,532 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 LGH 49N, 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 40 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LGH 49N?

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What year was LGH 49N registered?

LGH 49N is a 1986 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 July 1986.

Is LGH 49N safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGH 49N 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.

Does LGH 49N have outstanding finance?

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