MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
12,365 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
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AHU 78J is a 1970 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1970 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 42,944 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 AHU 78J, 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 56 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 AHU 78J?
You can check the full history of AHU 78J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was AHU 78J registered?
AHU 78J is a 1970 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 December 1970.
Is AHU 78J safe to buy?
The MOT history for AHU 78J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does AHU 78J have outstanding finance?
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