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J40 SLO

2017 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,097 mi
Last recorded35,097 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Beetle31,417 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 SLO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 Jul 2026 35,097 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 7 Nov 2024 28,025 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 3 Oct 2023 23,152 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 1 Sep 2022 18,449 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 31 Aug 2022 18,448 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 7 Sep 2021 14,173 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 14,169 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 14,077 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 13,049 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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J40 SLO is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 31,417 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 J40 SLO, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J40 SLO registered?

J40 SLO is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2017.

Is J40 SLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J40 SLO shows 9 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.

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