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148 CHO

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

62,939 mi
Last recorded62,939 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration148 CHO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 62,939 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 60,074 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 56,978 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 56,244 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 55,828 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 55,327 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 55,088 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 52,839 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 52,529 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 52,176 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 51,070 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 51,063 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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148 CHO is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 148 CHO, 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 148 CHO?

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What year was 148 CHO registered?

148 CHO is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is 148 CHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 148 CHO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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