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LCG 741F

1979 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,155 mi
Last recorded8,155 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle41,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCG 741F
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 8,155 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 5,532 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 4,361 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 2,835 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 1,679 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 715 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 3 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 1,031 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 284 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 42,392 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 42,382 miles

steering column layrub coupling slightly deteriorated

Pass 23 Aug 2011 42,382 miles

slight noise on front wheel bearings

Pass 25 Aug 2010 41,904 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight noise on front wheel bearings

Pass 27 Aug 2009 41,454 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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LCG 741F is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 2,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 LCG 741F, 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 LCG 741F?

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What year was LCG 741F registered?

LCG 741F is a 1979 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is LCG 741F safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCG 741F shows 14 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 LCG 741F have outstanding finance?

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