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PJN 484M

1974 Volkswagen Bettle

White Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,679 mi
Last recorded31,679 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJN 484M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 31,679 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 31,067 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 30,801 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 30,801 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 30,139 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 30,138 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded jacking point (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 30,043 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 29,279 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 28,657 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 27,751 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 28,901 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 25,624 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 24,127 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 22,494 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 20,801 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 18,308 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 18,308 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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PJN 484M is a 1974 Volkswagen Bettle in White with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PJN 484M, 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 52 years old, this Volkswagen Bettle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PJN 484M?

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What year was PJN 484M registered?

PJN 484M is a 1974 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 1 June 1974.

Is PJN 484M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJN 484M shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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