CarVerify

Free Car Check

C368 WPY

1985 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1184cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,815 mi
Last recorded61,815 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Beetle41,702 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationC368 WPY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,184cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 61,815 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 60,974 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 60,443 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 59,792 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 59,248 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 59,009 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2020 58,998 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 58,902 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 57,967 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 56,309 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 55,029 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 53,272 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 51,937 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 50,887 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 50,876 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 49,870 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

offside and nearside rear tyre outer sidewall in poor condition

offside front tyre outer sidewall in poor condition

Pass 30 Apr 2012 49,869 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

under vehicle in poor condition

Pass 16 Apr 2011 49,564 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
Full Volkswagen Beetle reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

C368 WPY is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 41,702 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 C368 WPY, 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 41 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C368 WPY?

You can check the full history of C368 WPY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C368 WPY registered?

C368 WPY is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C368 WPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C368 WPY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C368 WPY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on C368 WPY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.