MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
142,263 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
front pads worn low just ok for test
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MLZ 9971 is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.
Across all 2002 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 77,198 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 MLZ 9971, 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 24 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
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How do I check the history of MLZ 9971?
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What year was MLZ 9971 registered?
MLZ 9971 is a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 2002.
Is MLZ 9971 safe to buy?
The MOT history for MLZ 9971 shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MLZ 9971 have outstanding finance?
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