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NAM 287R

1976 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

85,024 mi
Last recorded85,024 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2020
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Beetle48,352 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNAM 287R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2020 85,024 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 85,012 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 84,995 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2018 84,995 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 84,938 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 84,920 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 84,814 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 84,676 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 84,568 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 84,371 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 84,346 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

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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NAM 287R is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NAM 287R, 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 NAM 287R registered?

NAM 287R is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 August 1976.

Is NAM 287R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NAM 287R shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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