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NLX 471V

1991 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,282 mi
Last recorded81,282 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2013
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Beetle54,745 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLX 471V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2013 81,282 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 81,054 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 81,020 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 80,925 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 80,774 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 80,514 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 80,509 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2007 80,077 miles

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Spare tyre defective

Pass 1 Jun 2006 79,643 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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NLX 471V is a 1991 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 54,745 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 NLX 471V, 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 35 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 NLX 471V registered?

NLX 471V is a 1991 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 April 1991.

Is NLX 471V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLX 471V shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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