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AYD 561H

1970 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,612 mi
Last recorded84,612 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Beetle42,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYD 561H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 84,612 miles

Front Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Handbrake lever has little reserve travel

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Offside Front Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner driveshaft/half shaft boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Slight transmission oi leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under-body corrosion

Pass 4 Jan 2019 82,670 miles

General corrosion to vehicle

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect slight misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear both rear drive -shaft seals slightly seeping

Fail 4 Jan 2019 82,670 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

General corrosion to vehicle

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect slight misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 81,632 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 81,372 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 80,896 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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AYD 561H is a 1970 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AYD 561H, 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 AYD 561H registered?

AYD 561H is a 1970 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 July 1970.

Is AYD 561H safe to buy?

The MOT history for AYD 561H shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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