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PHJ 235K

1992 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2019
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,805 mi
Last recorded28,805 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Beetle50,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHJ 235K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2018 28,805 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2017 28,789 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 27,845 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion under light unite (6.1.B.2)

Fail 22 Nov 2016 27,768 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion under light unite (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Nov 2015 24,885 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 24,822 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2014 21,098 miles

nearside rear vehicle structure has slight corrosion

offside rear vehicle structure has slight corrosion

Fail 18 Nov 2014 21,086 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (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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PHJ 235K is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 50,962 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 PHJ 235K, 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 34 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 PHJ 235K registered?

PHJ 235K is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 March 1992.

Is PHJ 235K safe to buy?

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