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PKW 747X

1982 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

15,245 mi
Last recorded15,245 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2021
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Beetle42,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKW 747X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2021 15,245 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 15,245 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 14,998 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 14,983 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 14,745 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 14,450 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 14,428 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 13,969 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 27 Jul 2006 13,959 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

slight play offside and nearside front steering joints

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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PKW 747X is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 42,199 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 PKW 747X, 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 44 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 PKW 747X registered?

PKW 747X is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 April 1982.

Is PKW 747X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKW 747X shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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