MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
36,620 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Front Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
Front All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
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XGU 398M is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.
Across all 1989 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 44,131 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 XGU 398M, 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 37 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 XGU 398M?
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What year was XGU 398M registered?
XGU 398M is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 June 1989.
Is XGU 398M safe to buy?
The MOT history for XGU 398M shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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