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MRB 498J

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,881 mi
Last recorded2,881 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2012
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRB 498J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2012 2,881 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 2,504 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 2,139 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 1,781 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 1,380 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 1,347 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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MRB 498J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 MRB 498J, 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

How do I check the history of MRB 498J?

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What year was MRB 498J registered?

MRB 498J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 March 1971.

Is MRB 498J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRB 498J shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MRB 498J have outstanding finance?

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