MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,819 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear anti roll bar bushes wearing
Rear valance corroding
Slight play in n/s/f top beam bearing
Slight play in both rear anti rollbar drop link bushes
Slight play in n/s/f top beam bearing
slight play in near side front torsion bar end joint
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
slight play in near side front torsion bar end joint
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FDM 147J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 FDM 147J, 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 FDM 147J?
You can check the full history of FDM 147J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was FDM 147J registered?
FDM 147J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 June 1971.
Is FDM 147J safe to buy?
The MOT history for FDM 147J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FDM 147J have outstanding finance?
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