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AAB 915H

1969 Volkswagen Bettle

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,711 mi
Last recorded95,711 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2016
Typical for 1969 Volkswagen Bettle76,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAB 915H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1969
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2016 95,711 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 95,054 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 91,117 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

nearside front tyre perished and split no cord or ply exposed at time of test

parking brake efficiency 16 %

Fail 3 Jun 2014 91,114 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

nearside front tyre perished and split no cord or ply exposed at time of test

Pass 28 Mar 2013 87,736 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

vehicle too low to go on roller brake tester.

Fail 16 Mar 2013 87,736 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

vehicle too low to go on roller brake tester.

Pass 30 Mar 2012 85,360 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear tyres slight wear to shoulders

Pass 24 Mar 2011 84,558 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres deteriated (cracking)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 82,968 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 79,093 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2008 79,093 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Steering wheel locking device missing (2.1.6)

Fail 4 Jul 2006 78,049 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bettle?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 115
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
position lamp(s) not working 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
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AAB 915H is a 1969 Volkswagen Bettle in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1969 Volkswagen Bettle models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 76,492 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bettle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AAB 915H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bettle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 57 years old, this Volkswagen Bettle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AAB 915H registered?

AAB 915H is a 1969 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 15 September 1969.

Is AAB 915H safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAB 915H shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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