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WBP 725K

1986 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,543 mi
Last recorded14,543 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2014
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Beetle48,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBP 725K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2014 14,543 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 13,453 miles

Oil leak

Steering box

Pass 22 Jun 2010 13,059 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 12,121 miles

play in both front seat runners

rust to n/s/f inner wing area.

slight play in both rear wheel bearings.

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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WBP 725K is a 1986 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 48,532 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 WBP 725K, 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 40 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WBP 725K registered?

WBP 725K is a 1986 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 March 1986.

Is WBP 725K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBP 725K shows 4 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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