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GFY 78N

1975 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,618 mi
Last recorded66,618 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 1975 Volkswagen Beetle47,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFY 78N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2016 66,618 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 66,093 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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GFY 78N is a 1975 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GFY 78N, 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

How do I check the history of GFY 78N?

You can check the full history of GFY 78N by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GFY 78N registered?

GFY 78N is a 1975 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 January 1975.

Is GFY 78N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFY 78N shows 2 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 GFY 78N have outstanding finance?

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