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NSH 977R

1977 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,796 mi
Last recorded16,796 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2008
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle52,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSH 977R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2008 16,796 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 16,796 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 10,823 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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NSH 977R is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NSH 977R, 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 NSH 977R?

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What year was NSH 977R registered?

NSH 977R is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 May 1977.

Is NSH 977R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSH 977R shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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