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KLK 219K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,911 mi
Last recorded72,911 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLK 219K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 72,911 miles

base of offside front door piller corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2025 70,145 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 69,646 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 69,645 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working also puts out tail light when braking (1.2.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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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KLK 219K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KLK 219K, 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

How do I check the history of KLK 219K?

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What year was KLK 219K registered?

KLK 219K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 March 1972.

Is KLK 219K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLK 219K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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