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RDD 739

1982 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,808 mi
Last recorded18,808 miles
Recorded on7 May 2011
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Beetle42,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDD 739
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 May 2011 18,808 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear hub seals damp to outer back plate not on brakes as brake performance good. Front king and link pins have slight play both sides. This car has just been put on the road after 20 years storage.

Pass 7 May 2011 18,808 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear hub seals damp to outer back plate not on brakes as brake performance good. Front king and link pins have slight play both sides. This car has just been put on the road after 20 years storage.

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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RDD 739 is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 42,199 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RDD 739, 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 44 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 RDD 739 registered?

RDD 739 is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 May 1982.

Is RDD 739 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDD 739 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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