MOT Stats


Vehicle types : Car : Volkswagen : Beetle : 1986

Volkswagen Beetle 1986

Tests: 15

Pass rate: 73.33%

Most common fail reasons

#ReasonFail codeCategory%
1Fog lamp inoperative or rear fog lamp missing.4.5.1(a)(ii)Major50%
2Excessive corrosion to, or weakened structure near any suspension mounting, so weakened that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected.5.3.6(a)(ii)Dangerous25%
3Brake efficiency below minimum requirement.1.2.2(a)(i)Major25%
4Binding brake.1.2.1(f)Major25%
5Brake control not releasing correctly.1.1.2(b)(ii)Major25%
6Electrical wiring insecure.4.11(a)(ii)Major25%
7Headlamp aim outwith limits.4.1.2(a)Major25%
8Horn not working.7.7(a)Major25%
9Wiper blade missing or not clearing the windscreen.3.4(b)(ii)Major25%
10Windscreen washers not providing sufficient fluid.3.5(a)Major25%
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024

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