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VGK 515W

1980 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

13,205 mi
Last recorded13,205 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2020
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Beetle37,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGK 515W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2020 13,205 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 12,908 miles

under body has corrosion but not effecting test

Pass 27 Jun 2015 12,588 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 12,349 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 12,185 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 12,009 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 10,710 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 10,710 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 8,432 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 8,424 miles

Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Inner Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 17,746 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 26 Jun 2008

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 30 May 2008 17,658 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front number plate is damaged

Oil leak

Pass 4 May 2007 11,082 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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VGK 515W is a 1980 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 37,677 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 VGK 515W, 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 46 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VGK 515W registered?

VGK 515W is a 1980 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 September 1980.

Is VGK 515W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGK 515W shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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