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KEA 984K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,025 mi
Last recorded13,025 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2023
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEA 984K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2023 13,025 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 12,834 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 12,563 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 12,277 miles

slightly emitting blue smoke

Pass 27 Jul 2019 11,899 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 118,115 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 11,640 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 11,306 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 10,907 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 10,311 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 99,250 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 99,136 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 67,223 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 98,500 miles

front floor slightly corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2009 9,560 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 9,290 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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KEA 984K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 KEA 984K, 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 KEA 984K registered?

KEA 984K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 May 1972.

Is KEA 984K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEA 984K shows 16 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 KEA 984K have outstanding finance?

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