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TDL 664J

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

22,161 mi
Last recorded22,161 miles
Recorded on30 May 2014
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDL 664J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2014 22,161 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f wheel speedo cable fouling on wheel when in lock

Fail 29 May 2014 22,161 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f wheel speedo cable fouling on wheel when in lock

Pass 16 Jul 2012 19,791 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 19,699 miles

underside of vehicle corroded various places

Pass 27 Jul 2010 19,337 miles

floor pan corroding in various places but not within any prescribed areas

Pass 15 Jun 2009 18,302 miles

corrosion starting to ns floor outside prescribed areas.

Pass 14 Jun 2008 17,297 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2008 17,297 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 13,017 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 12,262 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

oil leak

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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TDL 664J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 TDL 664J, 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 TDL 664J?

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What year was TDL 664J registered?

TDL 664J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 July 1971.

Is TDL 664J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDL 664J 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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