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VNP 577L

1988 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

51,203 mi
Last recorded51,203 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Beetle55,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNP 577L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 51,203 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 51,086 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 51,082 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 51,076 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 51,042 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 51,042 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 51,023 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 50,812 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 50,489 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 50,147 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 49,580 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 5,015 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 11 Sep 2013 5,015 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 62,435 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 62,435 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 61,527 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 3 Aug 2010 60,945 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 60,945 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 16 Jul 2009 60,218 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 60,218 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 84,997 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 84,997 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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VNP 577L is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 55,751 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 VNP 577L, 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 38 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VNP 577L registered?

VNP 577L is a 1988 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 July 1988.

Is VNP 577L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNP 577L shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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