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GPC 753N

1975 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,106 mi
Last recorded6,106 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2007
Typical for 1975 Volkswagen Beetle47,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPC 753N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1975
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2007 6,106 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 6,106 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 3,439 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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GPC 753N is a 1975 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 GPC 753N, 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 GPC 753N?

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What year was GPC 753N registered?

GPC 753N is a 1975 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 February 1975.

Is GPC 753N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPC 753N shows 3 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.

Does GPC 753N have outstanding finance?

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