MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,123 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
O/s/r brake low compared to n/s/r
Rear tyres deteriorating
Slight drag to o/s/f brake
Some inbalance on front brakes
Slight brake drag front brakes
Slight inbalance front brakes
Some light corrosion to brake discs
some corrosion to components
Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
some deterioration to nsf brake hose, slight bulge near ferrule, nsf tyre wearing unevenly
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MIW 8379 is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,570cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.
Across all 1997 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 51,989 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 MIW 8379, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was MIW 8379 registered?
MIW 8379 is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 September 1997.
Is MIW 8379 safe to buy?
The MOT history for MIW 8379 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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