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KYU 803K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

55,499 mi
Last recorded55,499 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYU 803K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2018 55,499 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 54,571 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 54,163 miles

slight play in front steering surface corrosion underneath.

Pass 29 Oct 2014 54,158 miles

slight play in offside front steering, slight surface corrosion underneath but not excessive.

Pass 30 Oct 2013 54,132 miles

slight play in the offside front steering.

Pass 29 Oct 2012 54,091 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 54,073 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 54,045 miles

steering flexi coupling has small cracks.

Fail 1 Nov 2010 54,045 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

steering flexi coupling has small cracks.

Pass 2 Nov 2009 53,950 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 53,573 miles

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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KYU 803K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KYU 803K, 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 KYU 803K?

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What year was KYU 803K registered?

KYU 803K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 March 1972.

Is KYU 803K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYU 803K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KYU 803K have outstanding finance?

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