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TET 385J

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,869 mi
Last recorded70,869 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTET 385J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2025 70,869 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 70,796 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 70,738 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 70,667 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 70,557 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 70,509 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 70,452 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 70,334 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 70,296 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 70,272 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 70,251 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 70,138 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 70,043 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 69,933 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 69,799 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 69,598 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 69,510 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 69,416 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2007 69,269 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 69,153 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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TET 385J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TET 385J, 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 TET 385J?

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What year was TET 385J registered?

TET 385J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is TET 385J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TET 385J shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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