MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
87,194 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Rear Outer Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
corrosion in both outer sills and the f/o/s inner wheel arch
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Front brakes 20% imbalanced
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FYB 651K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 FYB 651K, 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 FYB 651K registered?
FYB 651K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 August 1971.
Is FYB 651K safe to buy?
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