MOT Status
ValidMileage
15,217 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front number plate damaged
Nearside front tyre deteriorated
Neraside rear tyre deteriorated
Offside front tyre deteriorated
Offside rear tyre deteriorated
Wiper blades deteriorated
n/s/r tyre has slight cracks in side wall
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
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)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
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GPT 51S is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.
Across all 1978 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 45,494 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 GPT 51S, 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 48 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 GPT 51S?
You can check the full history of GPT 51S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was GPT 51S registered?
GPT 51S is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 June 1978.
Is GPT 51S safe to buy?
The MOT history for GPT 51S shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does GPT 51S have outstanding finance?
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