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SNU 263K

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

7,917 mi
Last recorded7,917 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNU 263K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 7,917 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 7,745 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 7,570 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 7,400 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 7,224 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 7,064 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 6,923 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 6,759 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 6,756 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

nearside rear hub leaking oil

nearside rear tyre side wall cracked

offside rear hub leaking oil

offside rear tyre side wall cracked

Pass 3 Aug 2011 6,617 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 6,460 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 6,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 6,256 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 6,018 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 5,052 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 3,982 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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SNU 263K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SNU 263K, 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 SNU 263K?

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What year was SNU 263K registered?

SNU 263K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 December 1971.

Is SNU 263K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNU 263K shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SNU 263K have outstanding finance?

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