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GLK 930J

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,551 mi
Last recorded35,551 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2015
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLK 930J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2015 35,551 miles

General corrosion and welded repairs

Fail 9 Nov 2015 35,550 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Offside (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

General corrosion and welded repairs

Pass 6 Mar 2014 35,550 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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GLK 930J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GLK 930J, 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 GLK 930J?

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What year was GLK 930J registered?

GLK 930J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is GLK 930J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLK 930J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GLK 930J have outstanding finance?

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