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UFA 607J

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,230 mi
Last recorded51,230 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFA 607J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Apr 2019 51,230 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Axle insecure such that functionality is affected corroded to excess (5.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All tyres cracking/perished

Front anti roll bar bushes perished

Front clip/spare wheel carrier corroded/separated

Offside Rear floor pan corroded

Offside Rear inner wheel arch corroded

Rear wheel bearings have play

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

boot not locking closed

Pass 27 Apr 2018 2,837 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 99,870 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH (from brake resevoir) (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle heavily undersealed

Fail 24 Jan 2017 99,869 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH (from brake resevoir) (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle heavily undersealed

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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UFA 607J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UFA 607J, 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 UFA 607J?

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What year was UFA 607J registered?

UFA 607J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 June 1971.

Is UFA 607J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFA 607J shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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