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DBU 151K

1971 Volkswagen Beatle

Yellow Petrol 1195cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

19,559 mi
Last recorded19,559 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2005
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beatle25,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBU 151K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeatle
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,195cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2005 19,559 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beatle?

Based on 1,186 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
564
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 92
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 83
Stop lamp not working 58
position lamp(s) not working 49
Horn not working 42
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DBU 151K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beatle in Yellow with a 1,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Beatle models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 25,251 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 Beatle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DBU 151K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beatle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen Beatle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DBU 151K registered?

DBU 151K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beatle, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is DBU 151K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBU 151K shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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