MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
2,054 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
slight play in steering box mechanism also in o/s king pin
Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)
Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
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WXA 747 is a 1996 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1996 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 41,156 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 WXA 747, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of WXA 747?
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What year was WXA 747 registered?
WXA 747 is a 1996 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 June 1996.
Is WXA 747 safe to buy?
The MOT history for WXA 747 shows 6 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.
Does WXA 747 have outstanding finance?
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