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CSJ 766

1997 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,722 mi
Last recorded90,722 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Beetle51,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSJ 766
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2011 90,722 miles

o/s/f brake slight binding

o/s/f hub lower suspension bush/pin has slight play

Pass 26 May 2010 90,559 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 13 May 2009 90,530 miles

o/s/f bottom suspension bush/linkage has slight play

Pass 21 May 2008 90,139 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 90,139 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Semaphore indicator arm arm does not show an amber light to the front (1.4.C.1b)

Offside Semaphore indicator arm arm does not show an amber light to the rear (1.4.C.1b)

Semaphore indicator tell tale missing (1.4.C.2)

Pass 22 May 2007 89,984 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 19 Sep 2006 89,948 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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CSJ 766 is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 51,989 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 CSJ 766, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CSJ 766 registered?

CSJ 766 is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is CSJ 766 safe to buy?

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