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LUI 1302

1985 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,535 mi
Last recorded29,535 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Beetle41,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUI 1302
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 29,535 miles

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

play in ns steering

unable to check brake fluid as bonnet not opening

Fail 9 Aug 2016 29,531 miles

Centre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

play in ns steering

unable to check brake fluid as bonnet not opening

Pass 24 Jun 2015 25,124 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 22,903 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 22,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 69,890 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 69,850 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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LUI 1302 is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 41,702 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 LUI 1302, 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 41 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LUI 1302 registered?

LUI 1302 is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 June 1985.

Is LUI 1302 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUI 1302 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LUI 1302 have outstanding finance?

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