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PUE 48R

1976 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2014
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44,942 mi
Last recorded44,942 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2013
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Beetle48,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUE 48R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2013 44,942 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 44,942 miles

Brake pedal inappropriately repaired (3.3.A.6)

Nearside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

dampness to pipes on brake reservoir / both seats sligtly loose

Pass 17 May 2007 44,942 miles

nearside rear inner flitch corroded but not in percribed area

various corrosion spots under vehicle require attention soon

Fail 10 May 2007 44,942 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear inner flitch corroded but not in percribed area

various corrosion spots under vehicle require attention soon

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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PUE 48R is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 48,352 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 PUE 48R, 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 50 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PUE 48R?

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What year was PUE 48R registered?

PUE 48R is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 August 1976.

Is PUE 48R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUE 48R shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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