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XSO 686S

1978 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

60,924 mi
Last recorded60,924 miles
Recorded on14 May 2012
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle45,494 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSO 686S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2012 60,924 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 60,870 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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XSO 686S is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 45,494 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 XSO 686S, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XSO 686S?

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What year was XSO 686S registered?

XSO 686S is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is XSO 686S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSO 686S 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 XSO 686S have outstanding finance?

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