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FMA 940K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Pink Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,019 mi
Last recorded41,019 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2022
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMA 940K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2022 41,019 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

heavily undersealed

Pass 14 Apr 2017 40,980 miles

Oil leak ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 40,189 miles

oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2015 39,275 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 38,518 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

heavily undersealed

Fail 10 Apr 2014 38,503 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Steering column shaft locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Steering column shaft repaired by welding (2.2.C.1e)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 38,350 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 38,338 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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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FMA 940K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Pink with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FMA 940K, 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 FMA 940K?

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What year was FMA 940K registered?

FMA 940K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 April 1972.

Is FMA 940K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMA 940K shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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