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WVC 19J

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1194cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,066 mi
Last recorded95,066 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2006
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVC 19J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,194cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 31 Aug 2006 95,066 miles

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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WVC 19J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,194cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WVC 19J, 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 WVC 19J?

You can check the full history of WVC 19J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WVC 19J registered?

WVC 19J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 May 1971.

Is WVC 19J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVC 19J shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WVC 19J have outstanding finance?

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