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JNN 528K

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

95,323 mi
Last recorded95,323 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNN 528K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 May 2018 95,323 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 93,251 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 93,187 miles

rear brake application uneven

Pass 22 Jun 2012 92,609 miles

n/s/r axle oil seal weeping

Fail 16 Jun 2012 92,598 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

n/s/r axle oil seal weeping

n/s/r inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2011 91,750 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 91,416 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 91,077 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 90,822 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 90,314 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 May 2006 89,700 miles

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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JNN 528K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 JNN 528K, 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

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What year was JNN 528K registered?

JNN 528K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is JNN 528K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNN 528K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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