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WSY 736

1997 Volkswagen Beetle

Cream Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

94,187 mi
Last recorded94,187 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Beetle51,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSY 736
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2011 94,187 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jul 2010 92,428 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 90,777 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jun 2009 90,777 miles

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

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 88,384 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 25 Jun 2008 88,384 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2007 79,194 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 79,194 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 20 Jun 2006 57,406 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 57,406 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2005 52,022 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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WSY 736 is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle in Cream with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 51,989 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WSY 736, 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 29 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 WSY 736 registered?

WSY 736 is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is WSY 736 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSY 736 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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