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KOR 735L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,741 mi
Last recorded67,741 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKOR 735L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 67,741 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 67,711 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 67,681 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 66,780 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 66,533 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 66,533 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 66,072 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 64,849 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 63,549 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 63,549 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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KOR 735L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KOR 735L, 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 KOR 735L?

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What year was KOR 735L registered?

KOR 735L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 November 1972.

Is KOR 735L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KOR 735L shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KOR 735L have outstanding finance?

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