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DNL 303K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

44,490 mi
Last recorded44,490 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNL 303K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 44,490 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 44,395 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wing (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wing (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings innere arch (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 44,095 miles

Rear brake flexi ferrules corroded.

light corrosion in n/s[both] and o/s front wheel arches.

Fail 7 Jul 2016 44,095 miles

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

light corrosion in n/s[both] and o/s front wheel arches.

Pass 22 Jun 2015 43,741 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 43,333 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 43,084 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 43,017 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 42,400 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 42,396 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 40,133 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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DNL 303K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DNL 303K, 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 DNL 303K registered?

DNL 303K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 June 1972.

Is DNL 303K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNL 303K shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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