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R532 HWS

1998 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

10,093 mi
Last recorded10,093 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle68,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR532 HWS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2018 10,093 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 8,284 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 5,799 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 1,906 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 1,802 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2012 1,800 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 1,781 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 1,781 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 94,434 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 7 Apr 2009 83,888 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 83,888 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 76,657 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 72,499 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2006 68,525 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 68,525 miles

Nearside Front Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.2.D.2c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.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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R532 HWS is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R532 HWS, 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.

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What year was R532 HWS registered?

R532 HWS is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R532 HWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R532 HWS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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