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ESL 744J

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Gold Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,216 mi
Last recorded42,216 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESL 744J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2021 42,216 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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ESL 744J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Gold with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ESL 744J, 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 ESL 744J?

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What year was ESL 744J registered?

ESL 744J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 March 1971.

Is ESL 744J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESL 744J shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESL 744J have outstanding finance?

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