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77 VW

1977 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,557 mi
Last recorded22,557 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle52,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration77 VW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 1 May 2019 22,557 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 22,132 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 21,666 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 21,644 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 21,618 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 21,589 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 21,576 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 21,442 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o/s/r tyre starting to crack 155/SR15S uniroyal

slight leak from gearbox area

Pass 1 Jul 2010 21,438 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 21,429 miles

o/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 11 Jul 2008 21,320 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 21,298 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 21,202 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 21,040 miles

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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77 VW is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 52,317 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 77 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 49 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 77 VW registered?

77 VW is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 August 1977.

Is 77 VW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 77 VW shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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