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TUR 743J

1971 Volkswagen Beatle

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

4,554 mi
Last recorded4,554 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2021
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beatle25,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUR 743J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeatle
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2021 4,554 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 2,725 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 1,303 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 736 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 103 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 99,842 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 99,251 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 99,251 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 97,638 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 97,638 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 96,979 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2005 96,973 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Fail 16 Jul 2005 96,942 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

slight corrosion to nearside and offside rear inner wings

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beatle?

Based on 1,186 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
564
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 92
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 83
Stop lamp not working 58
position lamp(s) not working 49
Horn not working 42
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TUR 743J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beatle in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Beatle models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 25,251 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beatle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TUR 743J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beatle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen Beatle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TUR 743J registered?

TUR 743J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beatle, first registered on 29 April 1971.

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