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Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
Rear vehicle chassis repaired and covered in fiberglass and underseal
rear shock lower bushes
All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Front brake disc locking device missing (3.5.1l)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front brake disc locking device missing (3.5.1l)
Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
rear shock lower bushes
underside all panelled
Handlebar mounting clamp loose (9.2.1c)
Nearside Rear Brake hose stretched (3.6.B.4c)
Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Offside Rear Brake hose stretched (3.6.B.4c)
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)
underside all panelled
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
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FPD 878J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
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 FPD 878J, 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 FPD 878J?
You can check the full history of FPD 878J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was FPD 878J registered?
FPD 878J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 April 1971.
Is FPD 878J safe to buy?
The MOT history for FPD 878J shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FPD 878J have outstanding finance?
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