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CAB 411N

1974 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,479 mi
Last recorded52,479 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Beetle46,813 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAB 411N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2018 52,479 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 50,463 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 49,858 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2012 49,844 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 49,705 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 49,650 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 49,314 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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CAB 411N is a 1974 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 46,813 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CAB 411N, 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 52 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CAB 411N?

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What year was CAB 411N registered?

CAB 411N is a 1974 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 August 1974.

Is CAB 411N safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAB 411N shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAB 411N have outstanding finance?

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