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TNU 521M

1971 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,017 mi
Last recorded47,017 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2009
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle40,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNU 521M
MakeVolkswagen
Model1200 Beetle
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2009 47,017 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 47,013 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

oil leaks on engine

Fail 11 Apr 2008 44,488 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2008 44,488 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Apr 2007 41,587 miles

near side front wheel s/play more investigation reguired

Pass 12 Apr 2006 37,940 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1200 Beetle?

Based on 447 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
755
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 43
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 41
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 19
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18
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TNU 521M is a 1971 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 40,572 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1200 Beetle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TNU 521M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1200 Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen 1200 Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TNU 521M?

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What year was TNU 521M registered?

TNU 521M is a 1971 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is TNU 521M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNU 521M shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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