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FUL 594J

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,196 mi
Last recorded69,196 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUL 594J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 69,196 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 67,457 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 66,300 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 May 2012 64,953 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 63,225 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 63,225 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 62,360 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 61,074 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 60,153 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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FUL 594J 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 FUL 594J, 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 FUL 594J?

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What year was FUL 594J registered?

FUL 594J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is FUL 594J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUL 594J 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.

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