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CFD 362J

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

90,190 mi
Last recorded90,190 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFD 362J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 90,190 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 89,983 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 89,279 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 87,625 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 87,158 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 86,208 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 86,208 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 85,184 miles

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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CFD 362J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 CFD 362J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CFD 362J?

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What year was CFD 362J registered?

CFD 362J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 March 1971.

Is CFD 362J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFD 362J shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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