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FKN 644L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Brown Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,744 mi
Last recorded11,744 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKN 644L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 11,744 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 11,447 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 9,727 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2023 9,726 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake fluid present under vehicle floorpan, below master cylinder. Possible historic leak, fluid level on maximum. Requires investigation.

Pass 23 Nov 2022 9,289 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 9,289 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 8,245 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 7,871 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underside corroded

Pass 9 May 2019 7,442 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 7,442 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 6,106 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 4,767 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 3,359 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 170 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 99,315 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 96,815 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 94,667 miles

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 94,099 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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FKN 644L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Brown with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FKN 644L, 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 FKN 644L registered?

FKN 644L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 October 1972.

Is FKN 644L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKN 644L shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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