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Q116JFC

1990 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

19,473 mi
Last recorded19,473 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Beetle47,333 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ116JFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 19,473 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 17,712 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 15,112 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 14,416 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2018 12,695 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 12,016 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component slightly corroded. upper forks slightly corroded (9.2.5d)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 10,563 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 9,831 miles

advisery slight pitting on front fork legs

Pass 30 Jul 2013 7,970 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 7,962 miles

Nearside Front Steering control handlebar grip has no clearance at full lock (9.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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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Q116JFC is a 1990 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 47,333 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 Q116JFC, 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 36 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 Q116JFC registered?

Q116JFC is a 1990 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 January 1990.

Is Q116JFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q116JFC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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