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ACV 953K

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

36,214 mi
Last recorded36,214 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACV 953K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2019 36,214 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 36,194 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 36,039 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 35,962 miles

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 18 Sep 2015 35,797 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 35,796 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 35,669 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 35,617 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 35,617 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 35,497 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 35,408 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 35,327 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 35,227 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 35,108 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 34,865 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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ACV 953K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 ACV 953K, 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 ACV 953K registered?

ACV 953K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 August 1971.

Is ACV 953K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACV 953K shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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