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UKK 942H

1970 Volkswagen Beatle

Orange Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,219 mi
Last recorded77,219 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Beatle43,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKK 942H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeatle
Year1970
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2023 77,219 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 77,152 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 76,422 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 76,383 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2008 76,189 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 75,961 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 75,332 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beatle?

Based on 1,186 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
564
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 92
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 83
Stop lamp not working 58
position lamp(s) not working 49
Horn not working 42
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UKK 942H is a 1970 Volkswagen Beatle in Orange with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Beatle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 43,121 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UKK 942H, 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 56 years old, this Volkswagen Beatle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UKK 942H registered?

UKK 942H is a 1970 Volkswagen Beatle, first registered on 17 March 1970.

Is UKK 942H safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKK 942H shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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