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RKU 227J

1970 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,680 mi
Last recorded42,680 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Beetle42,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKU 227J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 42,680 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 18 Dec 2024 42,671 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 40,529 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 39,744 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 39,742 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective split (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 39,590 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 39,590 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 39,453 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Mar 2017 39,338 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 39,197 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2014 37,143 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 36,957 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 36,448 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 36,448 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 34,557 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

car has had various patches and has corrosin in few other places

Pass 5 Feb 2007 33,780 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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RKU 227J is a 1970 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RKU 227J, 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 RKU 227J registered?

RKU 227J is a 1970 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 November 1970.

Is RKU 227J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKU 227J shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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