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V868 FSB

2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,260 mi
Last recorded50,260 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle82,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV868 FSB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 50,260 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Front and rear suspension has slight corrosion

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 6 Sep 2016 50,260 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Front and rear suspension has slight corrosion

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Aug 2015 49,290 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 45,894 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 39,252 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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V868 FSB is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 V868 FSB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V868 FSB registered?

V868 FSB is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 February 2000.

Is V868 FSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V868 FSB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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