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S71 LLX

1998 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,327 mi
Last recorded57,327 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle68,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS71 LLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 May 2013 57,327 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

n/s mirror cracked

Pass 14 May 2013 57,327 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

n/s mirror cracked

Pass 28 Feb 2012 56,434 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 53,134 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 48,813 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 45,709 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 40,674 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 36,499 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 36,499 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 34,057 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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S71 LLX is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S71 LLX, 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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What year was S71 LLX registered?

S71 LLX is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S71 LLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S71 LLX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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