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JMU 453K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,270 mi
Last recorded56,270 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMU 453K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 26 May 2017 56,270 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 55,127 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 54,475 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 53,968 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 53,506 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 53,358 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 53,031 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 52,358 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 51,593 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 12 Sep 2006 51,003 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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JMU 453K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JMU 453K, 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 JMU 453K registered?

JMU 453K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 February 1972.

Is JMU 453K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JMU 453K shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JMU 453K have outstanding finance?

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