MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
69,079 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?
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GDP 232V 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 60%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 GDP 232V, 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.
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What year was GDP 232V registered?
GDP 232V is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1979.
Is GDP 232V safe to buy?
The MOT history for GDP 232V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does GDP 232V have outstanding finance?
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