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R550 PRH

1997 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

44,573 mi
Last recorded44,573 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Beetle51,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR550 PRH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2024 44,573 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 44,122 miles

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 43,214 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 42,309 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 40,306 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 39,082 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 39,082 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 38,391 miles

Service brake only just met efficiency requirements

Underbody heavily undersealed

Fail 6 Jul 2017 38,391 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Service brake only just met efficiency requirements

Underbody heavily undersealed

Pass 9 Dec 2015 38,225 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 38,216 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both lamps (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

front brake binding Both front brakes (3.7.B.1)

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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R550 PRH is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 51,989 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 R550 PRH, 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 29 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 R550 PRH registered?

R550 PRH is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R550 PRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R550 PRH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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