MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,965 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
front and rear bumbers not fitted.front and rear subframes very rusty showing signs of corrosion.vehicle structure and brake pipes under sealed
Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
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Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.
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ARE 878J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1971 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 46,446 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 ARE 878J, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of ARE 878J?
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What year was ARE 878J registered?
ARE 878J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 June 1971.
Is ARE 878J safe to buy?
The MOT history for ARE 878J shows 3 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.
Does ARE 878J have outstanding finance?
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