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PWR 307P

1996 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,882 mi
Last recorded9,882 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Beetle41,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWR 307P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1996
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 9,882 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 9,085 miles

Slight play in N/S/F king pin

Fail 13 Jul 2016 9,085 miles

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

Slight play in N/S/F king pin

Pass 29 May 2015 8,512 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 31 May 2014 7,933 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 7,203 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 6,725 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 5,721 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 4,896 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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PWR 307P is a 1996 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 41,156 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 PWR 307P, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PWR 307P registered?

PWR 307P is a 1996 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 April 1996.

Is PWR 307P safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWR 307P 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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