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UPO 126

1956 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,867 mi
Last recorded17,867 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2011
Typical for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle36,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPO 126
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1956
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2011 17,867 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 17,168 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 16,099 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 14,440 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Slight play between drop arm shaft and arm?

Some corrosion around rear subframe mounts.

Pass 6 Aug 2007 13,784 miles

Rear offside half shaft oil seal is weeping

Pass 31 Jul 2006 12,483 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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UPO 126 is a 1956 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1956 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 36,400 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 UPO 126, 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 70 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UPO 126?

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What year was UPO 126 registered?

UPO 126 is a 1956 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 January 1956.

Is UPO 126 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPO 126 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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