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KHX 804K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,216 mi
Last recorded99,216 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKHX 804K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 99,216 miles

Oil leak moist on engine ()

n/s/f tyre cracking on walls

o/s/f tyre cracking on walls

park brake imbalance

Pass 8 Jul 2016 99,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer wall cracks appearing but not exposing cords (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking appearing in outer wall but not exposing cords (4.1.E.1)

no rear seats and seat belts fitted

slight oil leak

Fail 7 Jul 2015 98,585 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 98,585 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 98,074 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 98,053 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 97,209 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 96,461 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 95,480 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 97,519 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 94,519 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 94,437 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 94,332 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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KHX 804K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KHX 804K, 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 KHX 804K registered?

KHX 804K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 1972.

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