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BJI 497

2016 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle

Yellow Other 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,326 mi
Last recorded11,326 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJI 497
MakeVolkswagen
Model1200 Beetle
Year2016
ColourYellow
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2018 11,326 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1200 Beetle?

Based on 447 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
755
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 43
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 41
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 19
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18
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BJI 497 is a 2016 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle in Yellow with a 1,192cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1200 Beetle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJI 497, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1200 Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 10 years old, this Volkswagen 1200 Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BJI 497 registered?

BJI 497 is a 2016 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle, first registered on 18 May 2016.

Is BJI 497 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJI 497 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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