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R952 HWS

1998 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,604 mi
Last recorded20,604 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle68,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR952 HWS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 20,604 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 20,456 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 20,456 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2018 19,880 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 19,259 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 18,697 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 18,064 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 17,654 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 17,315 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 16,470 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 15,478 miles

fliud around rear brake drums

grease around front suspension arms

Pass 2 Sep 2010 15,432 miles

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

fluid around rear brake drum backing plates

slight movement in drivers seat

Pass 8 Jul 2009 15,038 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 14,472 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 14,461 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 13,815 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 13,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 May 2006 13,616 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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R952 HWS is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R952 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R952 HWS registered?

R952 HWS is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 April 1998.

Is R952 HWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R952 HWS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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