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XGC 663M

1986 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

1,996 mi
Last recorded1,996 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Beetle48,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGC 663M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 1,996 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 1,995 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam BOTH (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam BOTH (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Stop lamp not working BOTH (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

BOTH FRONT BRAKES GRABBING SLIGHTLEY

SERVICE BRAKE HAS ONLY JUST MET THE REQUIRED EFFICIENCY - 50 %

Pass 29 Sep 2015 1,987 miles

offside stop light worked with a tap

Fail 9 Sep 2015 1,984 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated bonnet not opening (8.4.2)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all tyres cracking in tread areas

offside rear wheel binding slightly

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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XGC 663M is a 1986 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 48,532 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 XGC 663M, 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 40 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 XGC 663M?

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What year was XGC 663M registered?

XGC 663M is a 1986 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 July 1986.

Is XGC 663M safe to buy?

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