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KMM 212K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,790 mi
Last recorded30,790 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMM 212K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2017 30,790 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 27,536 miles

Oil leak ()

front tyre sizes different to rear

sills corroded but not excessive

Fail 23 Sep 2016 27,536 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Oil leak ()

front tyre sizes different to rear

sills corroded but not excessive

Pass 17 Sep 2015 23,911 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

front tyres different size to rears

oil leak from engine

Fail 2 Sep 2015 23,856 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front tyres different size to rears

Pass 14 May 2014 19,181 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 19,181 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 May 2013 14,847 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 11,323 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 9,886 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 9,886 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 97,464 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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KMM 212K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KMM 212K, 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 KMM 212K registered?

KMM 212K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is KMM 212K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMM 212K shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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