MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,608 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS
All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
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JBY 295J is a 1991 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1991 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 54,745 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 JBY 295J, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was JBY 295J registered?
JBY 295J is a 1991 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 May 1991.
Is JBY 295J safe to buy?
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