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MEL 400P

1976 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

47,843 mi
Last recorded47,843 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Beetle48,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEL 400P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 47,843 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 47,843 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 47,794 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 47,756 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 47,702 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 47,464 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 47,446 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 47,432 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 47,301 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 47,260 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 47,819 miles

Offside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 47,043 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 46,943 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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MEL 400P is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 48,352 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 MEL 400P, 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 50 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 MEL 400P?

You can check the full history of MEL 400P by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MEL 400P registered?

MEL 400P is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 January 1976.

Is MEL 400P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEL 400P shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MEL 400P have outstanding finance?

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