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NDN 969M

1976 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,820 mi
Last recorded40,820 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Beetle48,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNDN 969M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1976
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 40,820 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 40,675 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 40,440 miles

both rear drive tube gaitors split.

dipswitch inoperative but headlamps on dip beam.

Fail 6 Aug 2015 40,440 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear drive tube gaitors split.

dipswitch inoperative but headlamps on dip beam.

Pass 29 Jul 2014 40,148 miles

Dipswitch inoperative but on dip beam.

Fail 10 Jul 2014 40,145 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

dipswitch inoperative but lights on dip beam.

Pass 12 Jul 2013 39,761 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 39,496 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 39,496 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 39,091 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 38,816 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 38,622 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 38,202 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 37,992 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 37,374 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 37,374 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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NDN 969M is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 48,352 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 NDN 969M, 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 50 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 NDN 969M registered?

NDN 969M is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 November 1976.

Is NDN 969M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NDN 969M shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NDN 969M have outstanding finance?

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