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BNU 565T

1978 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,445 mi
Last recorded36,445 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle45,494 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNU 565T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2018 36,445 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 36,438 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 36,393 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 36,315 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 36,267 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 36,240 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 36,177 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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BNU 565T is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BNU 565T, 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 BNU 565T?

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What year was BNU 565T registered?

BNU 565T is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 October 1978.

Is BNU 565T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNU 565T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BNU 565T have outstanding finance?

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