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VAA 458H

1970 Volkswagen Beatle

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

884 mi
Last recorded884 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Beatle43,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAA 458H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeatle
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 10 May 2017 884 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 837 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 772 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 672 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 538 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 10 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beatle?

Based on 1,186 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
564
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 92
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 83
Stop lamp not working 58
position lamp(s) not working 49
Horn not working 42
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VAA 458H is a 1970 Volkswagen Beatle in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Beatle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 43,121 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beatle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VAA 458H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beatle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this Volkswagen Beatle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VAA 458H registered?

VAA 458H is a 1970 Volkswagen Beatle, first registered on 20 February 1970.

Is VAA 458H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAA 458H 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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