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VAJ 729S

1977 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,135 mi
Last recorded53,135 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle52,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAJ 729S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 May 2017 53,135 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front tyre cracking in tread

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Oct 2015 52,444 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 50,644 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 49,303 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 46,111 miles

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

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

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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VAJ 729S is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VAJ 729S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VAJ 729S?

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What year was VAJ 729S registered?

VAJ 729S is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 December 1977.

Is VAJ 729S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAJ 729S shows 5 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 VAJ 729S have outstanding finance?

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