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CKK 604K

1972 Volkswagen Bettle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

24,514 mi
Last recorded24,514 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Bettle46,043 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCKK 604K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 24,514 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 22,820 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 21,176 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 21,056 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 19,906 miles

Nearside Front Upper Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Fail 1 Oct 2012 19,906 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 15,840 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 15,840 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

o/s and n/s floor lip rusted

Pass 13 Oct 2010 11,248 miles

Ball joint gaiters split

Body sealant preventing good inspectopn underside!

Brake pedal appears to have a long travel

Steering box has lots of freeplay but less than a fail

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 12 Oct 2010 11,243 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Ball joint gaiters split

Body sealant preventing good inspectopn underside!

Brake pedal appears to have a long travel

Steering box has lots of freeplay but less than a fail

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 7,723 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 2,662 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 97,320 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 90,245 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 90,245 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside front seatbelt of non recoil type

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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CKK 604K is a 1972 Volkswagen Bettle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Bettle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 46,043 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CKK 604K, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Bettle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CKK 604K registered?

CKK 604K is a 1972 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 18 February 1972.

Is CKK 604K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CKK 604K shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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