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KYR 74K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Turquoise Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,579 mi
Last recorded61,579 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYR 74K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 61,579 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 58,994 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 55,266 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 49,338 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 49,224 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 45,976 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 45,956 miles

Spare tyre defective

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

o/s rear tyre near legal limmit.

slight play in o/s inner track control arm bush.

Fail 9 Jul 2008 45,956 miles

Centre Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Spare tyre defective

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

bonnet catch missing unable to secure bonnet.

wiper spindles not fixed to body.

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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KYR 74K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Turquoise with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KYR 74K, 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

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What year was KYR 74K registered?

KYR 74K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 February 1972.

Is KYR 74K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYR 74K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KYR 74K have outstanding finance?

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