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GRX 498N

1975 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,401 mi
Last recorded59,401 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2012
Typical for 1975 Volkswagen Beetle47,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRX 498N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2012 59,401 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 59,195 miles

headlamps slightly dim

passenger seat not fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2008 59,001 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 58,759 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 58,673 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GRX 498N is a 1975 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GRX 498N, 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 GRX 498N?

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What year was GRX 498N registered?

GRX 498N is a 1975 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 February 1975.

Is GRX 498N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRX 498N shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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