MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
103,237 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
O/S STEERING RACK JOINT SMALL AMOUNT OF WEAR
Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
O/S STEERING RACK JOINT SMALL AMOUNT OF WEAR †O/S FRONT TYRE WEARING ON INSIDE EDGE
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S187 GVL is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 S187 GVL, 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.
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How do I check the history of S187 GVL?
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What year was S187 GVL registered?
S187 GVL is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 November 1998.
Is S187 GVL safe to buy?
The MOT history for S187 GVL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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