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GDX 104T

1979 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,268 mi
Last recorded59,268 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2012
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle41,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDX 104T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2012 59,268 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 59,181 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 59,171 miles

Front Upper Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 59,015 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 58,020 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 57,341 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 56,572 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 56,567 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 55,568 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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GDX 104T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GDX 104T, 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 GDX 104T?

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What year was GDX 104T registered?

GDX 104T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 June 1979.

Is GDX 104T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDX 104T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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