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HGJ 505K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

22,063 mi
Last recorded22,063 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGJ 505K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2018 22,063 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber rubber starting to perish.

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber rubber starting to perish.

Slight oil leak from rear.

Pass 14 Aug 2017 21,800 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 21,618 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 21,355 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 21,002 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 20,644 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 20,327 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 20,165 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 20,085 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 9 Sep 2009 19,546 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 19,546 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 19,481 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 19,465 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 19,375 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 19,353 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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HGJ 505K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HGJ 505K, 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.

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What year was HGJ 505K registered?

HGJ 505K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 June 1972.

Is HGJ 505K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGJ 505K shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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