MOT Status
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10,470 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Wheel bearing has slight play ALL (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Emissions not tested engine will not run at idle (8.2.1.2 (d))
Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Wheel bearing has slight play ALL (5.1.3 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?
Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WDP 226S is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
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 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 WDP 226S, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of WDP 226S?
You can check the full history of WDP 226S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was WDP 226S registered?
WDP 226S is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1978.
Is WDP 226S safe to buy?
The MOT history for WDP 226S shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does WDP 226S have outstanding finance?
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