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GNX 491K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,161 mi
Last recorded26,161 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2024
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNX 491K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2024 26,161 miles

Advise front fuel pipe corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 25,786 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 25,349 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 25,080 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Slight corrosion too front spare wheel well

Pass 27 Jul 2015 24,740 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 23,981 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 23,472 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 22,438 miles

corrosion on rear floor area.

dip beam weak.

front brake discs in poor condition.

imbalance in brakes.

some wear in o/s/f ball joints.

Fail 14 Nov 2009 22,436 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrosion on rear floor area.

dip beam weak.

front brake discs in poor condition.

imbalance in brakes.

Pass 17 Nov 2006 19,937 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 19,898 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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GNX 491K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GNX 491K, 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 GNX 491K registered?

GNX 491K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 April 1972.

Is GNX 491K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNX 491K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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