MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,520 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Centre Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beatle?
Based on 1,186 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EYB 718J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beatle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1971 Volkswagen Beatle models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 25,251 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 Beatle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EYB 718J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Volkswagen Beatle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen Beatle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of EYB 718J?
You can check the full history of EYB 718J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was EYB 718J registered?
EYB 718J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beatle, first registered on 24 June 1971.
Is EYB 718J safe to buy?
The MOT history for EYB 718J 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 EYB 718J have outstanding finance?
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