MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,036 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f) DANGEROUS
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?
Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.
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GVH 788S is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1978 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 45,494 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 GVH 788S, 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 48 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 GVH 788S?
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What year was GVH 788S registered?
GVH 788S is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 March 1978.
Is GVH 788S safe to buy?
The MOT history for GVH 788S shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does GVH 788S have outstanding finance?
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