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HHR 213K

1972 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,912 mi
Last recorded21,912 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2007
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle30,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHR 213K
MakeVolkswagen
Model1300 Beetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2007 21,912 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2007 21,912 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1300 Beetle?

Based on 395 MOT tests across 145 vehicles.

62.8%
Pass Rate
740
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
145
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 26
Headlamp aim too high 25
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HHR 213K is a 1972 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 30,579 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1300 Beetle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HHR 213K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1300 Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen 1300 Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HHR 213K registered?

HHR 213K is a 1972 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle, first registered on 19 May 1972.

Is HHR 213K safe to buy?

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