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MGU 482P

1976 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

41,046 mi
Last recorded41,046 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Beetle48,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGU 482P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 41,046 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Fail 21 Jun 2017 41,024 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under bonnet (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under bonnet (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

under side corroded and heavily under sealed

Pass 22 Dec 2015 39,842 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 39,827 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 39,294 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 36,860 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 14 Apr 2012 36,840 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Inner Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 38,679 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 38,203 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 38,203 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

excess h/brake travel

Fail 7 Jan 2010 38,049 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 36,604 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 35,371 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 35,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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MGU 482P is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 MGU 482P, 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

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What year was MGU 482P registered?

MGU 482P is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 January 1976.

Is MGU 482P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGU 482P shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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