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XLG 546R

1989 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

80,069 mi
Last recorded80,069 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2006
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Beetle44,131 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLG 546R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2006 80,069 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 80,069 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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XLG 546R is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 XLG 546R, 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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What year was XLG 546R registered?

XLG 546R is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 November 1989.

Is XLG 546R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLG 546R shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XLG 546R have outstanding finance?

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