MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
86,407 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Inner Front Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Inner Front Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)
Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
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KUW 702K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.
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 KUW 702K, 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.
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What year was KUW 702K registered?
KUW 702K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 January 1972.
Is KUW 702K safe to buy?
The MOT history for KUW 702K shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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