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LWR 181H

1994 Volkswagen Beetle

Brown Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

73,568 mi
Last recorded73,568 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Beetle48,352 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWR 181H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1994
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 73,568 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Jan 2017 66,168 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front axle modified

Fail 3 Jan 2017 66,130 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front axle modified

Pass 30 Jun 2015 65,722 miles

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 1 Jul 2014 65,440 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 65,368 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 65,295 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 65,148 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 64,767 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 64,198 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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LWR 181H is a 1994 Volkswagen Beetle in Brown with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1994 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 48,352 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 LWR 181H, 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 32 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 LWR 181H registered?

LWR 181H is a 1994 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 February 1994.

Is LWR 181H safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWR 181H shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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