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WLC 718X

1982 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,744 mi
Last recorded45,744 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Beetle42,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLC 718X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 45,744 miles

Offside Rear service and handbrake limits just met

Pass 8 Aug 2014 45,744 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 45,747 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 45,744 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

Windscreen wiper control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)

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 718X is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 WLC 718X, 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 718X?

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What year was WLC 718X registered?

WLC 718X is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 February 1982.

Is WLC 718X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLC 718X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WLC 718X have outstanding finance?

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