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UOJ 93S

1978 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

74,331 mi
Last recorded74,331 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle45,494 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUOJ 93S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2018 74,331 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 74,285 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 74,171 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 74,072 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 74,062 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 73,909 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2012 72,750 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 73,004 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 72,460 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 71,082 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 61,261 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 14 Jun 2006 57,507 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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UOJ 93S is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 45,494 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 UOJ 93S, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UOJ 93S registered?

UOJ 93S is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 March 1978.

Is UOJ 93S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UOJ 93S shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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