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GU17 FPZ

2017 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,630 mi
Last recorded32,630 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Beetle31,417 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU17 FPZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 32,630 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 32,627 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 31,867 miles

Nearside Front tyre damaged/cracking or perishing

Nearside Rear tyre damaged/cracking or perishing

Offside Front tyre damaged/cracking or perishing

Offside Rear tyre damaged/cracking or perishing

Pass 2 Jun 2021 29,635 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 29,323 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 27,305 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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GU17 FPZ is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 31,417 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 GU17 FPZ, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GU17 FPZ?

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What year was GU17 FPZ registered?

GU17 FPZ is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 March 2017.

Is GU17 FPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU17 FPZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GU17 FPZ have outstanding finance?

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