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CRN 586S

1977 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

29,160 mi
Last recorded29,160 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle52,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRN 586S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 29,160 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 28,872 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 28,872 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 31 May 2016 28,818 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 28,700 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 28,700 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 28,568 miles

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 3 Jun 2014 28,568 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 28,357 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 28,260 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 28,260 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2011 28,138 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 28,138 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 May 2010 26,077 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 27,994 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 27,890 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 27,845 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 27,805 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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CRN 586S is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 CRN 586S, 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 CRN 586S registered?

CRN 586S is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 August 1977.

Is CRN 586S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRN 586S shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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