1970 Volkswagen Beetle 1.6L Petrol · BGZ 170
1970 Volkswagen Beetle (1.6L, petrol). First registered 06/01/1970. Recorded mileage 34,447 miles. MOT valid until 18/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 1970 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/05/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 34,447 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1970
- Engine
- 1600cc
BGZ 170 Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2026
- 34,447 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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BGZ 170 Mileage History
- 30/03/202223,226 mi
- 22/03/202329,487 mi+6,261 mi
- 20/05/202634,447 mi+4,960 mi
Average of roughly 2,711 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
BGZ 170 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1970 Volkswagen Beetle (BGZ 170) between March 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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