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JLF 719K

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,369 mi
Last recorded4,369 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLF 719K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 4,369 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 4,154 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 4,154 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 4,025 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 3,710 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 3,710 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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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JLF 719K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 JLF 719K, 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 JLF 719K?

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What year was JLF 719K registered?

JLF 719K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 October 1971.

Is JLF 719K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLF 719K shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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