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SVX 479R

1977 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

10,316 mi
Last recorded10,316 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle52,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVX 479R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 10,316 miles

Front Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2026 10,298 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2026 10,222 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 8,808 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 8,604 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated top ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 8,411 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 7,784 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 7,413 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper ball joint dust cover starting to split

Pass 19 May 2017 6,859 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s top ball joint boots (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 6,720 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 6,319 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 5,627 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 5,627 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 4,427 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 3,466 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 1,344 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 99,217 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 98,478 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 98,242 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 98,074 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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SVX 479R is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 52,317 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 SVX 479R, 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 49 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SVX 479R registered?

SVX 479R is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 March 1977.

Is SVX 479R safe to buy?

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