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GRF 622N

1974 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle

Brown Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,992 mi
Last recorded16,992 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2009
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle40,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRF 622N
MakeVolkswagen
Model1300 Beetle
Year1974
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2009 16,992 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear flexi ferrules corroded

o/s outer sill corroded

Pass 27 Mar 2009 16,680 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Mar 2009 16,674 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 156,843 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion around offside front shocker mounting

fuel pipes corroded slighty

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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GRF 622N is a 1974 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle in Brown with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.3% with a typical mileage of 40,306 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 GRF 622N, 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 52 years old, this Volkswagen 1300 Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GRF 622N registered?

GRF 622N is a 1974 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle, first registered on 12 December 1974.

Is GRF 622N safe to buy?

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