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MKC 775R

1976 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,145 mi
Last recorded72,145 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2006
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Beetle48,352 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKC 775R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Apr 2006 72,145 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 72,145 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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MKC 775R is a 1976 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 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 MKC 775R, 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 MKC 775R?

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What year was MKC 775R registered?

MKC 775R is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 January 1976.

Is MKC 775R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MKC 775R 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 MKC 775R have outstanding finance?

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