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NMF 81R

1976 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,698 mi
Last recorded66,698 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Beetle48,352 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMF 81R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2018 66,698 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 66,621 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 66,470 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 66,133 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 65,606 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 61,013 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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NMF 81R is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NMF 81R, 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

How do I check the history of NMF 81R?

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What year was NMF 81R registered?

NMF 81R is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 August 1976.

Is NMF 81R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMF 81R shows 6 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 NMF 81R have outstanding finance?

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