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ABM 537B

1976 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 2332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,140 mi
Last recorded95,140 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Beetle48,352 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABM 537B
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,332cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 95,140 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 94,431 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 94,056 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 93,392 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 92,734 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 92,478 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 92,499 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 92,478 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 92,478 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both front brake discs corroding on inner surfaces

Fail 22 Apr 2010 92,478 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Outer Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both front brake discs corroding on inner surfaces

Pass 27 Jul 2009 92,342 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Jul 2009 91,958 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

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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ABM 537B is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 2,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ABM 537B, 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

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What year was ABM 537B registered?

ABM 537B is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 June 1976.

Is ABM 537B safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABM 537B shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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