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EKE 920K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Multi-colour Petrol 1189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2022
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

82,668 mi
Last recorded82,668 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2021
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKE 920K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,189cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2021 82,668 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 82,586 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 29 Dec 2016 82,586 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 15 May 2014 80,708 miles

Engine oil leak

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Front wheel tracking to be checked

N/S/R hub oil leak

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 15 May 2014 80,708 miles

Engine oil leak

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Front wheel tracking to be checked

N/S/R hub oil leak

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 10 May 2013 78,922 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 78,922 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2012 77,198 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 77,196 miles

Front Lower Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

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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EKE 920K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Multi-colour with a 1,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 EKE 920K, 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 EKE 920K?

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What year was EKE 920K registered?

EKE 920K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 January 1972.

Is EKE 920K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKE 920K shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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