MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
12,916 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Front tyre slightly perished
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
Fuel hose insecure front rubbing on steering arm (6.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted rubbing on steering arm (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Offside Front tyre slightly perished
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
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XRL 309J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Purple with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 XRL 309J, 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 XRL 309J registered?
XRL 309J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 March 1971.
Is XRL 309J safe to buy?
The MOT history for XRL 309J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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