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GGO 503J

1971 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle

Orange Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2014
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,254 mi
Last recorded48,254 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2013
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle39,559 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGO 503J
MakeVolkswagen
Model1300 Beetle
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2013 48,254 miles

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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GGO 503J is a 1971 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle in Orange with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GGO 503J, 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 GGO 503J registered?

GGO 503J is a 1971 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is GGO 503J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGO 503J shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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