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JEA 407K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

61 mi
Last recorded61 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJEA 407K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 61 miles

No sun visors fitted at time of test

Some wiring under dash could be neater

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2024 38 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Torsion bar fixings loose to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

No sun visors fitted at time of test

Some wiring under dash could be neater

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2024 9 miles

Boot lid component insecure No catch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure Securing bolts too short (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear drive shaft boots have no inner ties

Fog switch not labled

Fuel pipe chafing Pipe clipped to motor loose (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Multiple threads hanging down below vehicle

No windscreen sun visors fitted at time of test

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Tiny nic (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (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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JEA 407K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 JEA 407K, 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 JEA 407K registered?

JEA 407K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is JEA 407K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JEA 407K shows 3 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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