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GVG 855K

2017 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2023
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,297 mi
Last recorded4,297 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2022
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Beetle31,417 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVG 855K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2022 4,297 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2022 4,297 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced floor pan damaged & corroded (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering system excessively rough Steering damper leaking (2.1.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Hazard warning lights not working ( reg before april 1986)

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 99,745 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 99,745 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anti roll bar mounting (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anti roll bar mounting (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

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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GVG 855K is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 GVG 855K, 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

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What year was GVG 855K registered?

GVG 855K is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 July 2017.

Is GVG 855K safe to buy?

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