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DNR 837K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

50,292 mi
Last recorded50,292 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNR 837K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 50,292 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 49,598 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 49,466 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2023 48,758 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 48,035 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 47,943 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 47,777 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 47,654 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 47,612 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 47,698 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 47,470 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 47,470 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working bulb no 382 (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 47,225 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 46,915 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 46,515 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 46,288 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 45,857 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 45,627 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 45,467 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 45,304 miles

all tyres cracked

Pass 2 Jul 2007 45,201 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 45,013 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 45,004 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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DNR 837K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DNR 837K, 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 DNR 837K?

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What year was DNR 837K registered?

DNR 837K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 May 1972.

Is DNR 837K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNR 837K shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DNR 837K have outstanding finance?

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