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JHM 782K

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1835cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,450 mi
Last recorded16,450 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHM 782K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,835cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 16,450 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 15,001 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 11,344 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 108,052 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 108,049 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Centre Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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JHM 782K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,835cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 46,446 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JHM 782K, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JHM 782K?

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What year was JHM 782K registered?

JHM 782K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is JHM 782K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHM 782K shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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