MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
69,366 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left Adjusted (1.8)
Registration plate lamp not working Repaired earth connection (1.1.C.1d)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Air system empty. Filled and tested. (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
n/s/f lower ball joint gaiter split
n/s/r brake binding slightly
Rear suspension stops incomplete
nail in n/s/r tyre
o/s/r wheel hud dampness
Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)
Rear suspension stops incomplete
nail in n/s/r tyre
o/s/r wheel hud dampness
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Upper Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
n/s/r tyre perishing
o/s/r tyre perishing
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
n/s/r tyre perishing
o/s/r tyre perishing
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?
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BRO 238K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 BRO 238K, 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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What year was BRO 238K registered?
BRO 238K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 July 1971.
Is BRO 238K safe to buy?
The MOT history for BRO 238K shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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