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SWH 68T

1992 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,779 mi
Last recorded46,779 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Beetle50,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWH 68T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 46,779 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2025 46,779 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 46,604 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 46,534 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 46,388 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 46,091 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 45,870 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 48,769 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 45,387 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 45,128 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 45,112 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure strut top broke (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2016 44,229 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 42,722 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 41,574 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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SWH 68T is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 50,962 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 SWH 68T, 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 34 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 SWH 68T?

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What year was SWH 68T registered?

SWH 68T is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 July 1992.

Is SWH 68T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWH 68T shows 14 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.

Does SWH 68T have outstanding finance?

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