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VPB 240M

1974 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle

White Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

9,994 mi
Last recorded9,994 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPB 240M
MakeVolkswagen
Model1200 Beetle
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Aug 2007 9,994 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1200 Beetle?

Based on 447 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
755
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 43
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 41
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 19
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18
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VPB 240M is a 1974 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle in White with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1200 Beetle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VPB 240M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1200 Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 52 years old, this Volkswagen 1200 Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VPB 240M registered?

VPB 240M is a 1974 Volkswagen 1200 Beetle, first registered on 26 April 1974.

Is VPB 240M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPB 240M shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VPB 240M have outstanding finance?

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