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KNX 452L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

17,543 mi
Last recorded17,543 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNX 452L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 17,543 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 17,247 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 13 Sep 2016 17,247 miles

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 16,869 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 9 Sep 2014 16,439 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 16,439 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 15,955 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 3 Oct 2013 15,954 miles

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 15,414 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 15,409 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

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

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 15,037 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 14,731 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 14,303 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 13,960 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 13,247 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 13,197 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

front/rear underbody poor condition

steering box condition

Pass 29 Jun 2006 12,611 miles

BODY corrosion at offside front headlamp/ WING

UNDERBODY rusty/poor condition

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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KNX 452L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KNX 452L, 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 KNX 452L registered?

KNX 452L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 November 1972.

Is KNX 452L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNX 452L shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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