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PSX 284K

1992 Volkswagen Beetle

Purple Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

48,826 mi
Last recorded48,826 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2011
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Beetle50,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSX 284K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 Aug 2011 48,826 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak

front roll bar bushes worn

rear metal brake pipes

surface rust undervehicle

Pass 20 May 2009 48,641 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 May 2008 47,024 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 46,943 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Upper Torsion bar excessive play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 47,421 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 47,391 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 41,279 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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PSX 284K is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle in Purple with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 PSX 284K, 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 PSX 284K registered?

PSX 284K is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is PSX 284K safe to buy?

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