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PGV 58E

1988 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,868 mi
Last recorded99,868 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Beetle55,751 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGV 58E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 99,868 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 99,866 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 25 Sep 2020 98,953 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 96,251 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 93,432 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 93,413 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings FIXING CLAM MISSING (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 90,069 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 89,057 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 88,028 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 84,700 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 84,700 miles

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

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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PGV 58E is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 55,751 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 PGV 58E, 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 38 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 PGV 58E?

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What year was PGV 58E registered?

PGV 58E is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 October 1988.

Is PGV 58E safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGV 58E shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PGV 58E have outstanding finance?

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