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UJW 964L

1991 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

3,322 mi
Last recorded3,322 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Beetle54,745 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJW 964L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1991
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 3,322 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 3,148 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 2,780 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 2,718 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2013 2,621 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Feb 2012 2,595 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2011 2,549 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Feb 2010 2,468 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Mar 2009 2,322 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2008 2,126 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 23 Feb 2008 2,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Fail 13 Mar 2007 1,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 1,647 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

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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UJW 964L is a 1991 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 54,745 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 UJW 964L, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UJW 964L registered?

UJW 964L is a 1991 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 December 1991.

Is UJW 964L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJW 964L 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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