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VAY 650S

1977 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,408 mi
Last recorded53,408 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle52,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAY 650S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2017 53,408 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 53,295 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 52,729 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 52,317 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 52,307 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 52,269 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 52,135 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 52,005 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 51,856 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 51,716 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 51,492 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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VAY 650S is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 VAY 650S, 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 VAY 650S?

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What year was VAY 650S registered?

VAY 650S is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 November 1977.

Is VAY 650S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAY 650S shows 11 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 VAY 650S have outstanding finance?

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