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WGT 245R

1978 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

87,839 mi
Last recorded87,839 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2020
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle45,494 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGT 245R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2020 87,839 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 87,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 86,417 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 86,395 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 86,364 miles

Offside Rear handbrake performance low

Pass 19 Aug 2015 86,336 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 86,298 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 86,216 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 86,199 miles

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 May 2009 86,133 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 86,013 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 85,909 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 85,909 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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WGT 245R is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 45,494 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 WGT 245R, 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 48 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 WGT 245R?

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What year was WGT 245R registered?

WGT 245R is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 October 1978.

Is WGT 245R safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGT 245R shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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