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S387 HGP

1998 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,407 mi
Last recorded77,407 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2013
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle68,525 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS387 HGP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2013 77,407 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 71,093 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/ side tie rod slight play

Fail 16 Dec 2010 66,973 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 66,973 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 60,884 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

front number plate deteriorated

Pass 2 Aug 2008 55,571 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 40,953 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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S387 HGP is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S387 HGP, 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

How do I check the history of S387 HGP?

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What year was S387 HGP registered?

S387 HGP is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S387 HGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S387 HGP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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