MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,067 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?
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1977 VW is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
Across all 1976 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 48,352 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 1977 VW, 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 50 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 1977 VW?
You can check the full history of 1977 VW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was 1977 VW registered?
1977 VW is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 December 1976.
Is 1977 VW safe to buy?
The MOT history for 1977 VW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 1977 VW have outstanding finance?
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