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KHM 363K

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2019
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

80,088 mi
Last recorded80,088 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2018
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKHM 363K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2018 80,088 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2018 80,077 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 79,957 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 79,952 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings N/S/R Floor holed (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion N/S/F inner wing (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion O/S/F inner wing (6.1.B.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2017 79,947 miles

Front Fuel pipe insecure rubbing on steering mechanism (7.2.1)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2015 79,702 miles

unable to determine extent of repair around rear suspension mountings

Fail 5 Dec 2015 79,702 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

unable to determine extent of repair around rear suspension mountings

Pass 22 Nov 2014 76,811 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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KHM 363K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 KHM 363K, 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.

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What year was KHM 363K registered?

KHM 363K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 November 1971.

Is KHM 363K safe to buy?

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