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KGK 572K

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,212 mi
Last recorded9,212 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGK 572K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2021 9,212 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 8,379 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 7,107 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 7,069 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 4,795 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 3,097 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 1,958 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 1,015 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 83 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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KGK 572K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 46,446 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 KGK 572K, 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 55 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 KGK 572K registered?

KGK 572K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is KGK 572K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGK 572K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KGK 572K have outstanding finance?

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