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KUA 653L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

68,306 mi
Last recorded68,306 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2015
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUA 653L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2015 68,306 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 66,958 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 65,565 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 64,012 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 64,011 miles

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 61,597 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 59,373 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 59,372 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 57,333 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 55,125 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 55,125 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 52,640 miles

n/s and o/s rear inner and outer c/v boots split

Pass 25 Jul 2006 49,745 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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KUA 653L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,197cc 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 KUA 653L, 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 KUA 653L?

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What year was KUA 653L registered?

KUA 653L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 October 1972.

Is KUA 653L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUA 653L 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.

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