MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
86,886 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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small cracks in both front and rear tyres
Nearside Headlamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)
Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
front and rear tyres cracking
Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
front and rear tyres cracking
fuel cap rubber slightly deteriorated
rusty in places
front and rear tyres deteriorating/cracking (firestones f560)
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UNT 287J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.
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 UNT 287J, 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.
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What year was UNT 287J registered?
UNT 287J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 January 1971.
Is UNT 287J safe to buy?
The MOT history for UNT 287J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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