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PJL 980M

1992 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,367 mi
Last recorded66,367 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2014
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Beetle50,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJL 980M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2014 66,367 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 66,366 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 66,365 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 66,365 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 68,186 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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PJL 980M is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 PJL 980M, 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.

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What year was PJL 980M registered?

PJL 980M is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 February 1992.

Is PJL 980M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJL 980M shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PJL 980M have outstanding finance?

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