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NYE 573P

1976 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,872 mi
Last recorded15,872 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Beetle48,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNYE 573P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 15,872 miles

front axle beam corroded

front brakes sticking slightly

Pass 4 Aug 2011 15,473 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 15,139 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 14,218 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 13,802 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 13,802 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 12,831 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 12,436 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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NYE 573P is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NYE 573P, 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 NYE 573P?

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What year was NYE 573P registered?

NYE 573P is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 July 1976.

Is NYE 573P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NYE 573P shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NYE 573P have outstanding finance?

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