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BDF 292K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,827 mi
Last recorded5,827 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDF 292K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Sep 2016 5,827 miles

All four tyres slightly perrished

General welding repairs to vehicle

Pass 28 Sep 2015 5,814 miles

General under body corrosion and welding repairs to vehicle

Some perishing of all four tyre sidewalls

Pass 30 Sep 2014 4,948 miles

Both rear and nearside front tyres perished

Extensive previous welding repairs

Some general underbody corrosion

Some wear on the nearside front tyre

Pass 4 Sep 2013 4,747 miles

very extensive previous welding repairs

Pass 6 Sep 2012 4,222 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 3,893 miles

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

car heavily undersealed

previous welding repairs

Pass 1 Jul 2006 3,736 miles

extensive previous welding repairs throughout underside of vehicle

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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BDF 292K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 44,941 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BDF 292K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BDF 292K?

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What year was BDF 292K registered?

BDF 292K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 February 1972.

Is BDF 292K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDF 292K shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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