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GFG 829N

1975 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,737 mi
Last recorded63,737 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 1975 Volkswagen Beetle47,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFG 829N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 63,737 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 63,686 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 62,947 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 62,947 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 62,577 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

front shock absorbers rubbers deteriated

rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 24 Apr 2014 60,396 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

nearside exhaust tip missing

nearside front tyre perishing

nearside mirror missing

nearside rear tyre perishing

offside front tyre perishing

offside rear tyre perishing

oil leak from oil pressure switch

Fail 17 Apr 2014 60,320 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2) DANGEROUS

nearside mirror missing

nearside rear tyre perishing

offside front tyre perishing

offside rear tyre perishing

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside exhaust tip missing

nearside front tyre perishing

Pass 18 Apr 2013 57,452 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 57,452 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 57,447 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 57,445 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

axle beam bearings play

left axle boot leaking

left rear wheel arch corrosion

left rear wheel rim slight buckle

left upper ball joint play

left upper sill holed

rear antiroll bar bushes worn

right front brake flexi hose damaged

right front tyre tread cracked

right headlamp damaged

right lower sill patch repairs

right rear light damaged

right rear tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 29 Sep 2008 57,142 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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GFG 829N is a 1975 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1975 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 47,670 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 GFG 829N, 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 51 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GFG 829N registered?

GFG 829N is a 1975 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 February 1975.

Is GFG 829N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFG 829N shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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