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JVO 229K

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,743 mi
Last recorded37,743 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2009
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVO 229K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2009 37,743 miles

Oil leak

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

all brake pipes and flexs cover in under seal

all chassie has corrosion but coverd in under seal

genral corrosion throught car

road tested brakes to low to fit on brt brake test carried on decelerometer

Pass 26 Sep 2007 36,541 miles

genral corrision though out vehicle

slight play in nearside front bottom torrsion bush

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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JVO 229K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JVO 229K, 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 JVO 229K registered?

JVO 229K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 November 1971.

Is JVO 229K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVO 229K shows 2 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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