MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,963 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Vehicle has been heavily modified
front panel slightly corroded but not within 30cm of any mounting point
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Offside Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
nsf brake hose slightly twisted
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?
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FMY 196J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 FMY 196J, 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 FMY 196J?
You can check the full history of FMY 196J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was FMY 196J registered?
FMY 196J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 January 1971.
Is FMY 196J safe to buy?
The MOT history for FMY 196J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FMY 196J have outstanding finance?
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