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LEC 786J

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Purple Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEC 786J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2016

No front muguard fitted at time of test

No speedo fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2015

Front mudguard missing

no speedo fitted at time of test

Pass 4 Jul 2013
Fail 27 Jun 2013

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (9.3.1f)

Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Fail 25 Apr 2013

Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror is incapable of being adjusted to provide an adequate view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Rear front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (9.2.4)

Pass 8 Aug 2011

no speedo fitted

oil leak from engine

slight play in head stock

temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2010
Pass 19 Jun 2009

No speedo fitted

Fail 18 Jun 2009 2,155 miles

Front Brake linkage locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (9.2.4)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 5 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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LEC 786J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Purple with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LEC 786J, 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 LEC 786J registered?

LEC 786J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 May 1971.

Is LEC 786J safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEC 786J shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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