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RSU 682

1989 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

21,557 mi
Last recorded21,557 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Beetle44,131 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSU 682
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 21,557 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 21,509 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 21,424 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 20,526 miles

Offside Front slight free play in king pin

Fail 17 Aug 2016 20,526 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front slight free play in king pin

Pass 27 Jul 2015 20,287 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 20,287 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 20,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

VARIOUS PLACES AT REAR CORRODING BUT NOT AFECTING STRENGHT

Pass 2 Jul 2013 20,209 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 19,186 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 18,205 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 17,756 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 17,465 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 17,465 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 17,128 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008

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

Pass 2 May 2007 15,888 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 15,835 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2005 15,835 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

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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RSU 682 is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 44,131 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 RSU 682, 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 37 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 RSU 682 registered?

RSU 682 is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 November 1989.

Is RSU 682 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSU 682 shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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