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GEZ 15

1979 Volkswagen Beetle

Bronze Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

13,007 mi
Last recorded13,007 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle41,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEZ 15
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1979
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 13,007 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 12,761 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2024 12,759 miles

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 11,843 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2023 11,843 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 10,986 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 10,900 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 10,705 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 10,128 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 2 Oct 2017 10,128 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 9,699 miles

Nearside Front inner steering arm bush has slight play

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Oct 2016 9,699 miles

Nearside Front inner steering arm bush has slight play

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 9,237 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 9,236 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 8,707 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 2 Sep 2013 8,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 8,157 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 7,619 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 6 Sep 2012 7,619 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 6,819 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 5,990 miles

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 4 Sep 2009 5,975 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 5,963 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 5,875 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 5,830 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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GEZ 15 is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle in Bronze with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 GEZ 15, 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 GEZ 15?

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What year was GEZ 15 registered?

GEZ 15 is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 February 1979.

Is GEZ 15 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEZ 15 shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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