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JAC 207L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,944 mi
Last recorded42,944 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAC 207L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 42,944 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 42,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension upper ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2015 42,341 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

front headlights slightly dim but beam pattern ok

Pass 2 Jun 2010 42,053 miles

Oil leak

Fail 27 May 2010 42,053 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2009 41,753 miles

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

offside inner wheel arch corroded but not with 30cm of a component mounting.

Fail 7 Apr 2009 41,753 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

offside inner wheel arch corroded but not with 30cm of a component mounting.

Pass 11 Aug 2007 41,240 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 41,240 miles

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 28 Jul 2007 41,218 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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JAC 207L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 44,941 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 JAC 207L, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JAC 207L registered?

JAC 207L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 August 1972.

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