MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
73,235 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both very old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all of body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?
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VHH 273J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 VHH 273J, 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 VHH 273J registered?
VHH 273J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 March 1971.
Is VHH 273J safe to buy?
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