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GVD 555N

1975 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,612 mi
Last recorded1,612 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2008
Typical for 1975 Volkswagen Beetle47,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVD 555N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2008 1,612 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 1,612 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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GVD 555N is a 1975 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GVD 555N, 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 GVD 555N?

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What year was GVD 555N registered?

GVD 555N is a 1975 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 1975.

Is GVD 555N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVD 555N shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GVD 555N have outstanding finance?

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