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SWH 83T

1992 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,349 mi
Last recorded13,349 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2010
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Beetle50,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWH 83T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2010 13,349 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 13,252 miles

slight corrosion to n/s front inner wing

Fail 30 Mar 2009 13,242 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

slight corrosion to front n/s inner wing

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 83T is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 83T, 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 83T?

You can check the full history of SWH 83T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SWH 83T registered?

SWH 83T is a 1992 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 July 1992.

Is SWH 83T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWH 83T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SWH 83T have outstanding finance?

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