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ANR 193K

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

83,794 mi
Last recorded83,794 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2021
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANR 193K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2021 83,794 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 83,736 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Oct 2020 83,516 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 83,248 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 82,887 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 82,479 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 82,089 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 81,644 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 80,911 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 80,270 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 79,638 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 78,929 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 78,067 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 77,090 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 76,356 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 75,524 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 75,524 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 74,537 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 74,533 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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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ANR 193K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 ANR 193K, 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 ANR 193K registered?

ANR 193K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 August 1971.

Is ANR 193K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANR 193K shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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