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GTO 527N

1975 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

7,721 mi
Last recorded7,721 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
Typical for 1975 Volkswagen Beetle47,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTO 527N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1975
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 7,721 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 7,721 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Dec 2015 7,650 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 7,421 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 7,421 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 May 2013 5,395 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 5,017 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 5,017 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2008 4,834 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 4,834 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2006 4,578 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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GTO 527N is a 1975 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GTO 527N, 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 GTO 527N?

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What year was GTO 527N registered?

GTO 527N is a 1975 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1975.

Is GTO 527N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTO 527N shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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