MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
91,978 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
mainbeam warning light works on dip beam
n/s/front brake binding slightly
reverse lights not working
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
** WASHER JETS POOR **
BRAKE LIGHTS POOR
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
HORN POOR
MAIN BEAM INDICATOR POOR
Nearside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
REVERSE LIGHTS NOT WORKING
Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
n/s/f lower ball joint gaitor split
n/s/f tyre has been rubbing on inner wheel arch
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UKV 281R is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1977 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 52,317 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 UKV 281R, 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 49 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was UKV 281R registered?
UKV 281R is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1977.
Is UKV 281R safe to buy?
The MOT history for UKV 281R 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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