MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
30,423 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Battery insecure (1.9.1)
Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Brake pedal functionally incomplete (3.3.A.1a)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
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MIW 5640 is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
Across all 1979 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 41,458 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 MIW 5640, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of MIW 5640?
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What year was MIW 5640 registered?
MIW 5640 is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1979.
Is MIW 5640 safe to buy?
The MOT history for MIW 5640 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MIW 5640 have outstanding finance?
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