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257 JG

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

39,760 mi
Last recorded39,760 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration257 JG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2018 39,760 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front small hole in floor pan area as marked

Offside Rear small hole floor pan sill area

Pass 16 Dec 2016 39,153 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Dec 2016 39,148 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 38,904 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 38,597 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 38,301 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 38,301 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 37,872 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 37,666 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 35,891 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 35,891 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 34,291 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 31,171 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 30,987 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 28,179 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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257 JG is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 44,941 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 257 JG, 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 54 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 257 JG?

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What year was 257 JG registered?

257 JG is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 January 1972.

Is 257 JG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 257 JG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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