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RUB 804R

1977 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

24,496 mi
Last recorded24,496 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle52,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUB 804R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 24,496 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2025 24,494 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 24,459 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play all (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 24,400 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play all (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 24,322 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play all (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 24,208 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 24,068 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 23,761 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2014 23,523 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 23,489 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2011 22,886 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 22,532 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 22,285 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Aug 2008 22,034 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 21,781 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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RUB 804R is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 RUB 804R, 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 RUB 804R?

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What year was RUB 804R registered?

RUB 804R is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is RUB 804R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUB 804R shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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