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KPL 71C

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,235 mi
Last recorded8,235 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2011
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPL 71C
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2011 8,235 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 6,062 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 7,723 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 6,569 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

no main beam warning light

top ball joint gaitors split

Fail 9 Sep 2008 6,569 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

foot pedal slightly spongy

no main beam warning light

top ball joint gaitors split

Pass 16 Apr 2007 97,936 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 97,936 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

brake drum locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Oil leak

bonnet dosnt shut and lock

steering box bolt locking tabs insecure

Pass 21 Apr 2006 89,493 miles

both front brakes binding slightly.

slight play in steering box.

Fail 20 Apr 2006 89,493 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering lock stop damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

exhaust to heat exchanger clamps not fitted correctly(not leaking).

front brakes binding slightly.

slight play in steering box

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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KPL 71C is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 KPL 71C, 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 KPL 71C?

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What year was KPL 71C registered?

KPL 71C is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 May 1972.

Is KPL 71C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPL 71C shows 9 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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