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XPF 514N

1971 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,586 mi
Last recorded59,586 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2012
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle40,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPF 514N
MakeVolkswagen
Model1200 Beetle
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2012 59,586 miles

head lights dim but has a beam pattern

Pass 23 Jul 2011 59,108 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 59,046 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 56,499 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 56,492 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 52,849 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1200 Beetle?

Based on 447 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
755
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 43
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 41
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 19
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18
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XPF 514N is a 1971 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 40,572 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1200 Beetle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XPF 514N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1200 Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen 1200 Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XPF 514N registered?

XPF 514N is a 1971 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is XPF 514N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPF 514N shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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