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FKK 616L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,827 mi
Last recorded58,827 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKK 616L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2017 58,827 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 57,328 miles

front tyres cracking

Pass 19 Jun 2015 55,620 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 54,728 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/r inner tyre wall starting to perish

Pass 18 Jun 2013 52,830 miles

n/s/f tyre wall starting to perish

Pass 23 Jun 2012 51,430 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 50,281 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 48,546 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 48,250 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 47,979 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 47,829 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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FKK 616L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FKK 616L, 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 FKK 616L?

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What year was FKK 616L registered?

FKK 616L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 August 1972.

Is FKK 616L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKK 616L shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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