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NTK 642J

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1129cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,544 mi
Last recorded26,544 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNTK 642J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,129cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 26,544 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 23,436 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 78,941 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 19,189 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 15,174 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 12,350 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 10,605 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 9,109 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 9,092 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both track rod ends lock nuts not secure

Fail 1 Nov 2006 9,072 miles

Lower Steering column shaft locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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NTK 642J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,129cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NTK 642J, 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 NTK 642J registered?

NTK 642J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 January 1971.

Is NTK 642J safe to buy?

The MOT history for NTK 642J shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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