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B631 PGX

1978 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,741 mi
Last recorded52,741 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2024
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle45,494 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB631 PGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2024 52,741 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 52,653 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 52,653 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 52,653 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 52,653 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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B631 PGX is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 45,494 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 B631 PGX, 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 48 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 B631 PGX?

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What year was B631 PGX registered?

B631 PGX is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is B631 PGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B631 PGX shows 5 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 B631 PGX have outstanding finance?

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