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BU66 REH

2017 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,649 mi
Last recorded82,649 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Beetle31,417 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU66 REH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 82,649 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 71,870 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 63,901 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 63,901 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 49,759 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 39,174 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 26,291 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 20,984 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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BU66 REH is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 31,417 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 BU66 REH, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU66 REH?

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What year was BU66 REH registered?

BU66 REH is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 January 2017.

Is BU66 REH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU66 REH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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