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FKJ 380L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

92,239 mi
Last recorded92,239 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKJ 380L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 92,239 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 92,185 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 92,030 miles

Nearside rear wheel bearing has play

Pass 23 Apr 2015 91,952 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 91,892 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 91,822 miles

Boot lid has a crack in the paint work

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 9 Jun 2012 91,822 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Boot lid has a crack in the paint work

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 91,776 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 71,530 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 71,530 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 91,407 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 98,881 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 90,797 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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FKJ 380L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 FKJ 380L, 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 FKJ 380L registered?

FKJ 380L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 August 1972.

Is FKJ 380L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKJ 380L shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FKJ 380L have outstanding finance?

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