MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
97,905 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Nearside Upper passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)
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R82 DHU is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle in Purple with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 R82 DHU, 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.
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What year was R82 DHU registered?
R82 DHU is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 September 1997.
Is R82 DHU safe to buy?
The MOT history for R82 DHU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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