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GPK 701K

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,065 mi
Last recorded17,065 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPK 701K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2017 17,065 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 17,061 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 17,051 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 17,039 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013
Pass 5 Nov 2012 16,924 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 16,916 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 16,906 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 16,894 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 16,791 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 16,198 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 13,034 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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GPK 701K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GPK 701K, 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 GPK 701K?

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What year was GPK 701K registered?

GPK 701K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 August 1971.

Is GPK 701K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPK 701K shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GPK 701K have outstanding finance?

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