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KNW 737L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

83,751 mi
Last recorded83,751 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNW 737L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 83,751 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 83,751 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 9 Jun 2015 83,751 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 83,751 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 83,751 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 83,751 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 83,751 miles

Battery insecure

Fuel cap seal

Oil leak

Fail 20 Jun 2011 83,751 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

Fuel cap seal

Oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2009 83,751 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 83,751 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2008 83,751 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 83,751 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 83,751 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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KNW 737L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KNW 737L, 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 KNW 737L registered?

KNW 737L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is KNW 737L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNW 737L shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KNW 737L have outstanding finance?

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