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YOU 320J

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

17,771 mi
Last recorded17,771 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2020
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOU 320J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2020 17,771 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 16,061 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 12,542 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 12,542 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 9,754 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 7,491 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 5,966 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 55,375 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 5,363 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 5,248 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 50,005 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 50,005 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 4,917 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

slight oil leakfrom steering box

Pass 25 Jun 2009 4,795 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 4,676 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 4,357 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 May 2006 3,562 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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YOU 320J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YOU 320J, 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 YOU 320J registered?

YOU 320J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 March 1971.

Is YOU 320J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YOU 320J shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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