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JSJ 798

1997 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,587 mi
Last recorded62,587 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2008
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Beetle51,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSJ 798
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Mar 2008 62,587 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 62,587 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 62,407 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 62,384 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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JSJ 798 is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 51,989 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 JSJ 798, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JSJ 798 registered?

JSJ 798 is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 July 1997.

Is JSJ 798 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSJ 798 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JSJ 798 have outstanding finance?

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