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PPO 879K

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

79,393 mi
Last recorded79,393 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPO 879K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 79,393 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Sep 2016 79,330 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 79,217 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 79,098 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 78,949 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 78,834 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 78,682 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 78,472 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 78,181 miles

Nearside and offside front and rear lower panels corroded around bumper mounting areas

Pass 16 Sep 2008 77,828 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 77,828 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 77,491 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 77,192 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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PPO 879K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 PPO 879K, 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 PPO 879K?

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What year was PPO 879K registered?

PPO 879K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 August 1971.

Is PPO 879K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPO 879K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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