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PTP 567J

1970 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1485cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

33,435 mi
Last recorded33,435 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Beetle42,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTP 567J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,485cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 33,435 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

arches corroded

front floor corroded

stepsill corroded

Pass 8 Nov 2016 32,744 miles

Nearside Rear floors to wheel arch corroded

Offside Rear floor to wheel arch corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2015 32,149 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 32,149 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 30,676 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 30,676 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 30,292 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 30,292 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 29,247 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 28,454 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Steering box slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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PTP 567J is a 1970 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 42,944 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 PTP 567J, 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 56 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 PTP 567J registered?

PTP 567J is a 1970 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 August 1970.

Is PTP 567J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTP 567J shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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