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VBY 106L

1984 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1303cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,287 mi
Last recorded36,287 miles
Recorded on5 May 2006
Typical for 1984 Volkswagen Beetle42,491 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBY 106L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,303cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 May 2006 36,287 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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VBY 106L is a 1984 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,303cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 42,491 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 VBY 106L, 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 42 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VBY 106L?

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What year was VBY 106L registered?

VBY 106L is a 1984 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 April 1984.

Is VBY 106L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBY 106L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VBY 106L have outstanding finance?

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