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SCH 427F

1968 Volkswagen Beatle

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

82,880 mi
Last recorded82,880 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCH 427F
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeatle
Year1968
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2006 82,880 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 82,880 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

o/s/ n/s inner sill coroded

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beatle?

Based on 1,186 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
564
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 92
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 83
Stop lamp not working 58
position lamp(s) not working 49
Horn not working 42
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SCH 427F is a 1968 Volkswagen Beatle in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beatle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SCH 427F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beatle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 58 years old, this Volkswagen Beatle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SCH 427F?

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What year was SCH 427F registered?

SCH 427F is a 1968 Volkswagen Beatle, first registered on 1 March 1968.

Is SCH 427F safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCH 427F 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.

Does SCH 427F have outstanding finance?

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