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Q289VWP

1999 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

3,700 mi
Last recorded3,700 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2023
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Beetle78,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ289VWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2023 3,700 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear brake back plate has oil on

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

beam bender fitted

fuel pipes

loom not insulated

Fail 23 Jun 2023 3,671 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

fuel pipes

loom not insulated

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear brake back plate has oil on

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

beam bender fitted

front wheel rotation

Pass 18 Jun 2022 3,061 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 1,533 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 618 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 617 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 27 May 2020 617 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2019 14,975 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 14,594 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 13,918 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 12,840 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 12,173 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 10,178 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 9,729 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 8,901 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 8,262 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 6,670 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 5,252 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 3,780 miles

slight bind on front brake

Pass 26 Apr 2008 3,780 miles

slight bind on front brake

Pass 7 Mar 2007 934 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 3,988 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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Q289VWP is a 1999 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 78,784 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 Q289VWP, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Q289VWP registered?

Q289VWP is a 1999 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 April 1999.

Is Q289VWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q289VWP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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