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JLW 493K

1971 Volkswagen Bettle

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,299 mi
Last recorded21,299 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Bettle46,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLW 493K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 21,299 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 21,252 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 19,323 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s rear tyre is worn low.

o/s front wheelbearing slightly rough.

steering has slight play at wheel.

Fail 11 May 2011 16,236 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2011 16,236 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 15,390 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

brake fluid feed pipe is slightly weeping.

first joint on steering has split rubber.

steering box has slight play

Pass 18 Jul 2007 10,245 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 6,305 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bettle?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 115
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
position lamp(s) not working 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
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JLW 493K is a 1971 Volkswagen Bettle in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Bettle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 46,186 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bettle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JLW 493K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bettle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen Bettle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JLW 493K registered?

JLW 493K is a 1971 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 24 November 1971.

Is JLW 493K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLW 493K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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