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HVV 719T

1979 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,657 mi
Last recorded58,657 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle41,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVV 719T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 58,657 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 58,651 miles

Front Coil spring with an unsafe modification both (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2013 56,853 miles

o/s/f inner arch corroded

o/s/r inner arch,front and rear corroded

o/s/r outer cv boot poor

tyres perishing

Fail 16 Sep 2013 56,853 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

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

Offside Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

n/s/r inner arch corroded

o/s/f inner arch corroded

o/s/r inner arch,front and rear corroded

o/s/r outer cv boot poor

tyres perishing

Fail 22 Aug 2013 56,853 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

all tyres perishing

n/s/r inner arch corroded

o/s/f inner arch corroded

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

o/s/r inner front and rear arch corroded

o/s/r outer cv boot poor

slight bind on n/s/r brake

Pass 9 Jun 2009 56,853 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 56,853 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2008 56,853 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 56,853 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 56,852 miles

CORRODED HOLE IN SPARE WHEEL FRONT FLOOR

FRONT & REAR TYRES SLIGHTLY PERISHED

N/S/R & O/S/R DRIVE SHAFT GAITERS TORN

SLIGHT FRONT BRAKE JUDDER

SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/F & N/S/F WHEEL BEARINGS

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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HVV 719T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HVV 719T, 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

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What year was HVV 719T registered?

HVV 719T is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 June 1979.

Is HVV 719T safe to buy?

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