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JPG 655K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,195 mi
Last recorded30,195 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJPG 655K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 30,195 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 30,129 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 29,986 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 29,699 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 29,699 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 May 2017 29,441 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 29,331 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 29,325 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 7 May 2015 29,174 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 28,728 miles
Fail 10 May 2014 28,728 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 10 May 2013 28,592 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 28,353 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 2 May 2012 28,353 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 21,954 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 21,954 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 27,941 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision split but not on face of pedal

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 27,922 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 27,862 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 27,793 miles

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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JPG 655K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 JPG 655K, 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 JPG 655K registered?

JPG 655K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 February 1972.

Is JPG 655K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JPG 655K shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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