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KUR 509L

1972 Volkswagen Bettle

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

3,080 mi
Last recorded3,080 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Bettle46,043 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUR 509L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 May 2018 3,080 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt all 4 (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

nearside front tyre worn on sidewalls

Pass 1 Sep 2015 2,850 miles

front brake discs corroded

under body heavily undersealed in places

Fail 28 Aug 2015 2,847 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Radius arm insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

front brake discs corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2010 2,561 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bettle?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 115
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
position lamp(s) not working 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
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KUR 509L is a 1972 Volkswagen Bettle in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Bettle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 46,043 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 Bettle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KUR 509L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bettle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Bettle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KUR 509L?

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What year was KUR 509L registered?

KUR 509L is a 1972 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 20 December 1972.

Is KUR 509L safe to buy?

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