MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
96,572 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
slight inbalance front and rear brakes
o/s/f brake binding
steering a bit stiff
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
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AKX 388K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 AKX 388K, 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.
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What year was AKX 388K registered?
AKX 388K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 August 1971.
Is AKX 388K safe to buy?
The MOT history for AKX 388K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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