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DLL 723J

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

3,549 mi
Last recorded3,549 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLL 723J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 3,549 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 1,993 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 1,159 miles

oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2016 947 miles

oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2015 98,647 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2014 96,777 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2013 92,617 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

indicator switch worn

Pass 24 Apr 2012 85,385 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 85,385 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 84,022 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 82,415 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 81,109 miles

o/s/r foot & handbrake slight low effort not excessive

Pass 18 Mar 2008 80,329 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 79,277 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2005 77,588 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Aug 2005 77,588 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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DLL 723J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 DLL 723J, 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

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What year was DLL 723J registered?

DLL 723J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 April 1971.

Is DLL 723J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLL 723J shows 16 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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