MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
92,719 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front disc in poor condition
Offside Front brake binding slightly
both rear brake back plates wet
front foot brake effort just met min leval
long hand brake
Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
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P208 HBC is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 P208 HBC, 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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How do I check the history of P208 HBC?
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What year was P208 HBC registered?
P208 HBC is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is P208 HBC safe to buy?
The MOT history for P208 HBC shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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