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FYP 749V

1979 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2015
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,955 mi
Last recorded13,955 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2014
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle41,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYP 749V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2014 13,955 miles

off side rear tyre perished on inner edge

Pass 17 Jun 2008 13,770 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 13,466 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 13,052 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2005 12,678 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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FYP 749V is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 41,458 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 FYP 749V, 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 47 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 FYP 749V?

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What year was FYP 749V registered?

FYP 749V is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 June 1979.

Is FYP 749V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYP 749V shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FYP 749V have outstanding finance?

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