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FJH 979K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

52,435 mi
Last recorded52,435 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJH 979K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 52,435 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 52,060 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 51,707 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 50,857 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 49,615 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 49,125 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 47,192 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 46,607 miles

165/15 front 195/15 rear

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres getting low on tread

o/s/f seat covering wearing

possible dip switch fault

slight movement in top susp. bush

slight twist in o/s/f flexi brake pipe

Pass 25 Feb 2010 45,871 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

air freshner on int. mirror

o/s/f seat covering wearing

slight kink in n/s/f flexi brake pipe

underside of car has surface rust in places

Pass 28 Feb 2009 44,685 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 43,383 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 23 Feb 2008 43,383 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 42,035 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 29,245 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 29,240 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

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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FJH 979K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FJH 979K, 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 FJH 979K?

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What year was FJH 979K registered?

FJH 979K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 July 1972.

Is FJH 979K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJH 979K shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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