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HMG 363K

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Gold Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2016
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

82,536 mi
Last recorded82,536 miles
Recorded on2 May 2015
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMG 363K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2015 82,536 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 82,536 miles

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 1 May 2009 82,530 miles

Offside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

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

no lights fitted at time of test

Fail 6 Aug 2008 82,528 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all tyres perished

no lights fitted at timeof test

Pass 8 Aug 2006
Fail 5 Aug 2006 82,484 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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HMG 363K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Gold with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 HMG 363K, 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 HMG 363K?

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What year was HMG 363K registered?

HMG 363K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 August 1971.

Is HMG 363K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMG 363K shows 6 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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