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TDK 347S

1993 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,161 mi
Last recorded87,161 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Beetle52,953 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDK 347S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 87,161 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 86,828 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

clutch bite high

Fail 5 May 2016 86,828 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

clutch bite high

Pass 10 Jul 2014 85,942 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 85,396 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 84,459 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 83,721 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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TDK 347S is a 1993 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1993 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 52,953 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 TDK 347S, 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 33 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was TDK 347S registered?

TDK 347S is a 1993 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 October 1993.

Is TDK 347S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDK 347S shows 7 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.

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