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LWU 153H

1977 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

63,400 mi
Last recorded63,400 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle52,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWU 153H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 63,400 miles

both rear chassis corroded

Fail 26 Mar 2016 63,400 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired closing panel (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired closing panel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.2.6)

both rear chassis corroded

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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LWU 153H is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 52,317 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 LWU 153H, 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 49 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 LWU 153H?

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What year was LWU 153H registered?

LWU 153H is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 September 1977.

Is LWU 153H safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWU 153H shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LWU 153H have outstanding finance?

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