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RYR 111R

1977 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,002 mi
Last recorded57,002 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle52,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYR 111R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1977
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 57,002 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 56,265 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 55,257 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 54,492 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 52,679 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 52,486 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 52,486 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 52,432 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 52,377 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 6 Jun 2014 52,376 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

brake pedal close to limit of reserve travel

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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RYR 111R is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RYR 111R, 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 RYR 111R?

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What year was RYR 111R registered?

RYR 111R is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 April 1977.

Is RYR 111R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYR 111R shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RYR 111R have outstanding finance?

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