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JLW 69K

1971 Volkswagen Beatle

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,390 mi
Last recorded41,390 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beatle25,251 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLW 69K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeatle
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2021 41,390 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 41,390 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2008 19,725 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beatle?

Based on 1,186 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
564
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 92
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 83
Stop lamp not working 58
position lamp(s) not working 49
Horn not working 42
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JLW 69K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beatle in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Beatle models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 25,251 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beatle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JLW 69K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beatle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen Beatle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JLW 69K registered?

JLW 69K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beatle, first registered on 7 October 1971.

Is JLW 69K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLW 69K shows 3 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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