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R19 LMO

1998 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,532 mi
Last recorded42,532 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle68,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR19 LMO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2022 42,532 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 May 2021 42,010 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 41,833 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 40,995 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 39,318 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2016 39,318 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 36,674 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 34,788 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2013 33,232 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 31,198 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 31,198 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

exhaust leak.

Pass 6 Jul 2011 28,918 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 28,918 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 24,689 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 17,978 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 11,578 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 50,408 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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R19 LMO is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 68,525 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 R19 LMO, 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 28 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 R19 LMO registered?

R19 LMO is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 October 1998.

Is R19 LMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R19 LMO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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