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AAP 151J

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

86,183 mi
Last recorded86,183 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAP 151J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 86,183 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 86,180 miles

Direction indicator not working all o/s (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working when headlamps on (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 85,474 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 84,629 miles

Rear brakes not balanced os lower effort

Pass 13 Aug 2020 84,302 miles

rear brakes unbalanced, o/s low

Pass 29 Jul 2019 83,431 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 82,164 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 80,371 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 78,820 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 78,737 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Sep 2008 78,727 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Aug 2006 1,302 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 78,699 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 24 Aug 2006 78,698 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

corrosion in both heat exchangers

Fail 4 Aug 2006 78,690 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak

nearside and offside heat exchangers badly corroded

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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AAP 151J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AAP 151J, 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

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What year was AAP 151J registered?

AAP 151J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is AAP 151J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAP 151J 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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