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GFL 752L

1971 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,012 mi
Last recorded28,012 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2008
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle39,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFL 752L
MakeVolkswagen
Model1300 Beetle
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2008 28,012 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 28,012 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 25,360 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 25,359 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

high/low beams wired incorrectly, n/s indicator fast, underside corroded.

Pass 19 Dec 2006 22,688 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 22,688 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1300 Beetle?

Based on 395 MOT tests across 145 vehicles.

62.8%
Pass Rate
740
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
145
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 26
Headlamp aim too high 25
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GFL 752L is a 1971 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.7% with a typical mileage of 39,559 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1300 Beetle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GFL 752L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1300 Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen 1300 Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GFL 752L registered?

GFL 752L is a 1971 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is GFL 752L safe to buy?

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