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WCD 209Y

1982 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1641cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,358 mi
Last recorded95,358 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Beetle42,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCD 209Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 95,358 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 95,162 miles

rear axle oil leak

Fail 8 Jul 2016 95,159 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

rear axle oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2015 94,985 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 94,189 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 93,772 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 61,830 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Sep 2011 61,830 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/r tyre has a flat spot in tread

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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WCD 209Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 42,199 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 WCD 209Y, 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 44 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WCD 209Y registered?

WCD 209Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 October 1982.

Is WCD 209Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCD 209Y shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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