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PFO 752

1996 Volkswagen Beetle

Multi-colour Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Beetle41,156 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFO 752
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2009

Oil leak

coroded floor

coroded front member

Fail 2 Apr 2009

Brake lever locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

corroded front member

Oil leak

whole of the under body floor is rusty

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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PFO 752 is a 1996 Volkswagen Beetle in Multi-colour with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 41,156 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 PFO 752, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PFO 752?

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What year was PFO 752 registered?

PFO 752 is a 1996 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 January 1996.

Is PFO 752 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFO 752 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PFO 752 have outstanding finance?

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