CarVerify

Free Car Check

RYK 44R

1977 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1192cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,757 mi
Last recorded27,757 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle52,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYK 44R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1977
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 27,757 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 27,755 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 27,712 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 14 Nov 2017 27,712 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 27,686 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 27,665 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 27,642 miles

fog light fitted not working

n/side mirror missing

Pass 21 Nov 2013 27,626 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 27,625 miles

Inner Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 27,596 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 27,562 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 27,562 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 27,513 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 27,513 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 27,438 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 2 Dec 2009 27,438 miles

Nearside Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Headlamp missing (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)

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

Nearside Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 27,572 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 13 Nov 2008 27,572 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 27,198 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 27,131 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 26,971 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
Full Volkswagen Beetle reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RYK 44R is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 RYK 44R, 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 RYK 44R?

You can check the full history of RYK 44R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RYK 44R registered?

RYK 44R is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 March 1977.

Is RYK 44R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYK 44R shows 21 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.

Does RYK 44R have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RYK 44R. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.