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V138 EFX

2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

138,173 mi
Last recorded138,173 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle82,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV138 EFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 138,173 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 134,504 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 130,948 miles

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Shocker top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 125,810 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 120,813 miles

HEADLAMP LENS COVERS DETERIORATED BOTH DIP BEAM IMAGES DEFINITION POOR

Pass 26 Oct 2016 115,737 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 115,737 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 110,544 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 107,469 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 105,553 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 101,663 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 95,792 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 90,451 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 77,351 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Oct 2008 65,008 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 64,253 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine management light on

Pass 21 Jul 2007 56,781 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

Pass 22 Jul 2006 46,992 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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V138 EFX is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 82,227 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 V138 EFX, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V138 EFX registered?

V138 EFX is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 February 2000.

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