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DBD 777K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,523 mi
Last recorded77,523 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBD 777K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 77,523 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 77,481 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 77,387 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 76,603 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 74,969 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 72,855 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 70,490 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 70,096 miles

both rear tyres cracking on tread

Pass 18 Feb 2013 69,097 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 68,264 miles

advise slight corrosion to rear under body

advise vehicle heavely undersealed

Pass 4 Mar 2011 67,713 miles

advise corrosion to rear floors

Pass 1 Mar 2010 66,674 miles

advise all underside of vehicle heavely under sealed

advise corrosion to rear suspention

visual emissions

Fail 1 Mar 2010 66,673 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

advise all underside of vehicle heavely under sealed

advise corrosion to rear suspention

visual emissions

Fail 24 Feb 2009 66,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

corrosion on rear brake pipes

corrosion on rear chassis rails

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

n/s/f and n/s/r shockers damp

wear n/s/f shocker bottom bush

Pass 24 Feb 2009 66,307 miles

corrosion on rear brake pipes

corrosion on rear chassis rails

n/s/f and n/s/r shockers damp

wear n/s/f shocker bottom bush

Pass 24 Sep 2007 63,877 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 63,813 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 63,301 miles

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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DBD 777K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DBD 777K, 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

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What year was DBD 777K registered?

DBD 777K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 February 1972.

Is DBD 777K safe to buy?

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