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GPT 51S

1978 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

15,217 mi
Last recorded15,217 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle45,494 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPT 51S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 15,217 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 15,142 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 15,109 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 14,969 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 14,928 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 14,900 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 14,844 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 14,783 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 14,663 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 14,572 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 14,382 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 14,189 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 13,961 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 13,794 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 13,790 miles

Front number plate damaged

Nearside front tyre deteriorated

Neraside rear tyre deteriorated

Offside front tyre deteriorated

Offside rear tyre deteriorated

Wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 21 Dec 2007 13,777 miles

n/s/r tyre has slight cracks in side wall

Fail 7 Nov 2007 13,774 miles

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)

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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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

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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.

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