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BWP 791M

1974 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,426 mi
Last recorded85,426 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2014
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Beetle46,813 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWP 791M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2014 85,426 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front bump stops perished

Fail 22 Dec 2014 85,426 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front bump stops perished

Pass 30 Oct 2013 83,980 miles

O/S/F bump stop perished but still secure

Pass 7 Jul 2012 83,548 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 83,548 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BWP 791M is a 1974 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 46,813 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BWP 791M, 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 52 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 BWP 791M?

You can check the full history of BWP 791M by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BWP 791M registered?

BWP 791M is a 1974 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 March 1974.

Is BWP 791M safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWP 791M shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BWP 791M have outstanding finance?

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