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GUV 275J

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,960 mi
Last recorded44,960 miles
Recorded on30 May 2015
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUV 275J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2015 44,960 miles

front suspension has been lowered

Pass 23 May 2014 44,894 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 44,821 miles

suspension has been lowered

Pass 16 May 2012 44,343 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 10 May 2011 44,152 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 43,586 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 43,586 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 43,585 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 43,208 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 42,850 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 41,035 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 41,035 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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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GUV 275J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GUV 275J, 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 GUV 275J?

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What year was GUV 275J registered?

GUV 275J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is GUV 275J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUV 275J shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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