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AX66 PPO

2017 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,966 mi
Last recorded36,966 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Beetle31,417 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX66 PPO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 36,966 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 33,209 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 30,033 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 23,290 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 16,964 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 16,963 miles

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 13,437 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 8,675 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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AX66 PPO is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 31,417 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 AX66 PPO, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AX66 PPO?

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What year was AX66 PPO registered?

AX66 PPO is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 February 2017.

Is AX66 PPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX66 PPO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AX66 PPO have outstanding finance?

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