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KHM 369K

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

11,401 mi
Last recorded11,401 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beetle46,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKHM 369K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 11,401 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside have wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner misting of oil on inner brake drum shield not effecting braking performance

Pass 14 Feb 2023 10,304 miles

EXHAUSAT BLOW

GENERAL CORROSION

Nearside Front SHOCK BUSH WORN

OIL LEAK

Fail 18 Jan 2023 10,239 miles

Brake drum contaminated Nearside rear (1.1.14 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Registration plate inscription missing Front (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength Nearside rear floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside front shock bush worn

Oil leak

Slight exhaust blow

Pass 13 Jan 2022 8,564 miles

genaral corrosion

horn weak

Fail 22 Sep 2021 8,458 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam Switch inoperative (4.1.3 (b))

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

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 7,224 miles

Fluid leak around near side rear back plate, brake efficiency ok.

General corrosion.

Pass 12 Sep 2019 650,058 miles

General corrosion

Fail 21 Aug 2019 6,490 miles

Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit Ingition (4.11 (c) (ii))

Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid Nearside rear wheel (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 5,731 miles

Fluid leak from nearside rear wheel area

Offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 13 Sep 2017 5,172 miles

Leak n/s/r

Fail 13 Sep 2017 5,172 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Leak n/s/r

Pass 22 Sep 2016 4,103 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Aug 2016 4,067 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 3,017 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 1,894 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 516 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 98,711 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 97,686 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 97,683 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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 369K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 KHM 369K, 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

How do I check the history of KHM 369K?

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What year was KHM 369K registered?

KHM 369K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 December 1971.

Is KHM 369K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KHM 369K shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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