MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
61 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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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))
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))
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))
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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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How do I check the history of JEA 407K?
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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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