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GUE 214N

1975 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

30,979 mi
Last recorded30,979 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2017
Typical for 1975 Volkswagen Beetle47,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUE 214N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2017 30,979 miles

Nearside and offside front suspension component has slight play

Rear wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (2.6.2)

Vehicle and components undersealed

Pass 14 Nov 2016 30,745 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Nearside and Offside (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (2.6.2)

Slight corrosion throughout underfloor/chassis of vehicle

Vehicle and components have underseal not allowing full inspection

Pass 16 Nov 2015 30,121 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 29,421 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Nov 2013 29,177 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside and offside rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2013 29,177 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

nearside and offside rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2012 28,227 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 27,207 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 26,548 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 25,515 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 24,600 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 23,823 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 22,775 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 22,160 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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GUE 214N is a 1975 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GUE 214N, 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

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What year was GUE 214N registered?

GUE 214N is a 1975 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 January 1975.

Is GUE 214N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUE 214N shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GUE 214N have outstanding finance?

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