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JDM 816K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

92,348 mi
Last recorded92,348 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDM 816K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 92,348 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 92,304 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 92,304 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 92,258 miles

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 17 Mar 2023 92,258 miles

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 92,220 miles

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2019 92,211 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2011 92,203 miles

both headlamp lenses deteriorated

Fail 16 Sep 2011 92,199 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both rear inner driveshaft gaiters split

Pass 2 Sep 2009 91,081 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 91,074 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 91,006 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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JDM 816K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JDM 816K, 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 JDM 816K registered?

JDM 816K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 April 1972.

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