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WLC 716X

1982 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,724 mi
Last recorded24,724 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Beetle42,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLC 716X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024 24,724 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 30 Aug 2024 24,713 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 May 2016 24,661 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 24,661 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 May 2015 24,444 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 24,444 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 May 2014 24,296 miles

attend to rear fog lamps

Fail 29 May 2014 24,296 miles

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

attend to rear fog lamps

Pass 9 Jul 2013 24,256 miles

nearside front tyre splitting

rear tyres split

Fail 2 Jul 2013 24,256 miles

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

nearside front tyre splitting

rear tyres split

Pass 6 Aug 2012 24,242 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front tyres perished+both rears badly perished

fuel cap seal splitting

rear fog lamps not working

slight movement in both front seats

Fail 6 Aug 2012 24,242 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front tyres perished+both rears badly perished

fuel cap seal splitting

rear fog lamps not working

slight movement in both front seats

Pass 3 Aug 2011 24,231 miles

STORED CAR

Pass 22 Jul 2010 24,212 miles

STORED CAR.

Pass 22 Jul 2009 24,205 miles

STORED CAR.

Pass 5 Jun 2008 24,197 miles

stored car.

Pass 18 Apr 2007 24,190 miles

STORED CAR.

Pass 4 May 2006 24,181 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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WLC 716X is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 WLC 716X, 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

How do I check the history of WLC 716X?

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What year was WLC 716X registered?

WLC 716X is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 February 1982.

Is WLC 716X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLC 716X shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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