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MCW 22J

1989 Volkswagen Beetle

Cream Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

35,649 mi
Last recorded35,649 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Beetle44,131 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCW 22J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1989
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 35,649 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2024 35,649 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 35,469 miles

Nearside Front idler arm bush worn

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Aug 2019 35,455 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front idler arm bush worn

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 35,418 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front suspension riding high

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

main beam tell tale faulty

Pass 26 Aug 2016 35,290 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 35,272 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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MCW 22J is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle in Cream with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 44,131 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 MCW 22J, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MCW 22J registered?

MCW 22J is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 October 1989.

Is MCW 22J safe to buy?

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