MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
90,631 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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An item not tested (Manual)
Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Centre Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)
Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside An item not tested (Manual)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
all vehicle structure poorly repaired and corroded
ns tie rod lock nut loose
Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
both front seats loose
both front springs too short for shock absorbers
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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AJM 27A is a 1970 Volkswagen Beetle in Turquoise with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.
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 AJM 27A, 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.
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What year was AJM 27A registered?
AJM 27A is a 1970 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 December 1970.
Is AJM 27A safe to buy?
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