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FNN 659C

1997 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,907 mi
Last recorded67,907 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Beetle51,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNN 659C
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2012 67,907 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 67,907 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 67,159 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 61,490 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 55,422 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 57,061 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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FNN 659C is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FNN 659C, 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 FNN 659C registered?

FNN 659C is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is FNN 659C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNN 659C shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FNN 659C have outstanding finance?

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