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VFU 276J

1970 Volkswagen Bettle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

3,634 mi
Last recorded3,634 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Bettle57,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFU 276J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 3,634 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 3,554 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 58 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2015

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 65,199 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 65,199 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r shocker fitted incorrectly

Pass 20 Aug 2012 65,199 miles

exhaust heat shields insecure

n/s/f outer lower sill corroded

n/s/f tyre is worn on the outer edge and on the legal limit

slight engine oil leak

Fail 6 Aug 2012 65,199 miles

Windscreen wiper control missing (8.2.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

exhaust heat shields insecure

n/s/f outer lower sill corroded

n/s/f tyre is worn on the outer edge and on the legal limit

slight engine oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2007 65,199 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 65,199 miles

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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VFU 276J is a 1970 Volkswagen Bettle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Bettle models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 57,914 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 Bettle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VFU 276J, 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 56 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 VFU 276J?

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What year was VFU 276J registered?

VFU 276J is a 1970 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 9 November 1970.

Is VFU 276J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFU 276J shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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