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Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
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MKS 520K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 MKS 520K, 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.
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How do I check the history of MKS 520K?
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What year was MKS 520K registered?
MKS 520K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 November 1971.
Is MKS 520K safe to buy?
The MOT history for MKS 520K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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