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TNA 226J

1993 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1276cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

56,343 mi
Last recorded56,343 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Beetle52,953 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNA 226J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1993
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,276cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 56,343 miles

Offside Front door mirror not fitted

Fail 22 Jun 2017 56,343 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front door mirror not fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2016 56,336 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 56,293 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 56,278 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 56,256 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 58,182 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 56,116 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 56,111 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 May 2010 56,022 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 55,897 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 55,597 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 55,413 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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TNA 226J is a 1993 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,276cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 TNA 226J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TNA 226J?

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What year was TNA 226J registered?

TNA 226J is a 1993 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 August 1993.

Is TNA 226J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNA 226J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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