MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,460 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive foot well (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive foot well (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play inner tack rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play inner tack rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan corroded at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
corrotion nearside front floor pan
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WFU 368J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 WFU 368J, 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 WFU 368J registered?
WFU 368J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 March 1971.
Is WFU 368J safe to buy?
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