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HKN 302L

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,973 mi
Last recorded38,973 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKN 302L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2021 38,973 miles

Slight play in steering box

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 38,973 miles

Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Slight play in steering box

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2016 38,960 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 38,960 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 38,794 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 38,784 miles

Battery insecure

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 38,782 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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HKN 302L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 46,746 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 HKN 302L, 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 53 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HKN 302L registered?

HKN 302L is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 February 1973.

Is HKN 302L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKN 302L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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