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BNU 566T

1978 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

24,554 mi
Last recorded24,554 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle45,494 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNU 566T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 24,554 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 24,338 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 24,337 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 24,229 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Jun 2015 24,299 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2014 24,208 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 24,189 miles

tyres getting low

Fail 26 Jul 2012 24,189 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

tyres getting low

Pass 15 Jul 2011 24,106 miles

Tyres Perished

Fail 15 Jul 2011 24,106 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 24,040 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 23,867 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2009 23,867 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 20 May 2008 23,740 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 23,669 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 566T is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 566T, 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

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What year was BNU 566T registered?

BNU 566T is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 October 1978.

Is BNU 566T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNU 566T shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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