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JTN 698L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,855 mi
Last recorded23,855 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJTN 698L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2025 23,855 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 23,599 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 23,593 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 23,553 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 23,441 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 23,433 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 23,136 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 23,054 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 22,958 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 22,699 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 22,655 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 22,639 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 22,628 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 22,534 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 22,306 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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JTN 698L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 JTN 698L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JTN 698L?

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What year was JTN 698L registered?

JTN 698L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is JTN 698L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JTN 698L shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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