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SKT 953S

1978 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle

Silver Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,862 mi
Last recorded27,862 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKT 953S
MakeVolkswagen
Model1200 Beetle
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2014 27,862 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 26,529 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 25,645 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 25,645 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 25,584 miles

Corrosion to spare wheel well.

corrosion to heater channel on off side at rear.

Fail 8 Jun 2010 25,580 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Corrosion to spare wheel well.

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

corrosion to heater channel on off side at rear.

Pass 16 May 2009 25,572 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 25,520 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 25,504 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 25,334 miles
Pass 13 May 2005 25,267 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1200 Beetle?

Based on 447 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
755
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 43
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 41
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 19
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18
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SKT 953S is a 1978 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle in Silver with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1200 Beetle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SKT 953S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1200 Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 48 years old, this Volkswagen 1200 Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of SKT 953S?

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What year was SKT 953S registered?

SKT 953S is a 1978 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is SKT 953S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKT 953S shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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