MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
8,879 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
all front suspension joints, gaiters split
front brakes slightly inbalanced
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
all front suspension gaiters split
Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
both rear hub seals slight leak
foot brake slightly excessive travel
parking brake slightly excessive travel
rear suspension slightly higher n/s whan o/s
Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)
Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
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FPH 56J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 FPH 56J, 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.
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What year was FPH 56J registered?
FPH 56J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 May 1971.
Is FPH 56J safe to buy?
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