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GC17 EWS

2017 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,903 mi
Last recorded32,903 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Beetle31,417 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC17 EWS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2026 32,903 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 29,947 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 27,407 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 25,855 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 25,222 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 22,788 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 19,937 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2020

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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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GC17 EWS is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GC17 EWS, 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 GC17 EWS?

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What year was GC17 EWS registered?

GC17 EWS is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 July 2017.

Is GC17 EWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC17 EWS shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GC17 EWS have outstanding finance?

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