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EAF 761K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

63,777 mi
Last recorded63,777 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAF 761K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2017 63,777 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 63,614 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 63,160 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 63,153 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 63,152 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 63,152 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 61,153 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 61,153 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 60,072 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 60,069 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Lower Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 58,305 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 58,305 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2005 55,782 miles

Slight trace of oil at nearside rear brake backplate (axle oil)

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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EAF 761K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EAF 761K, 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 EAF 761K?

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What year was EAF 761K registered?

EAF 761K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 June 1972.

Is EAF 761K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAF 761K shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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