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JRF 291K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

39,228 mi
Last recorded39,228 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRF 291K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 39,228 miles

showing sings of corrosion in places

Pass 23 May 2013 39,025 miles

drivers seat belt slightly frayed

fuel tank has some fuel staining

some play in n/s/f bottom balljoint

some play in o/s/f lower suspension arm bush

Fail 29 Aug 2012 38,998 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 34,744 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 34,744 miles

Front Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

fuel hose in wrong position

seat belt anchors wrong way round

some movement in rear hubs

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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JRF 291K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 JRF 291K, 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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What year was JRF 291K registered?

JRF 291K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 April 1972.

Is JRF 291K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRF 291K shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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