MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
79,033 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both + no patterns (4.1.2 (a))
Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))
Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
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VRL 580S is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1978 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 45,494 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 VRL 580S, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was VRL 580S registered?
VRL 580S is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 May 1978.
Is VRL 580S safe to buy?
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