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LHX 361K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

37,135 mi
Last recorded37,135 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHX 361K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 37,135 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 365,583 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 36,581 miles

Centre Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 36,235 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 36,027 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 35,261 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Aug 2011 35,219 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

tyres all round approaching legal limit

Pass 21 Jul 2010 33,961 miles

both front brake discs slightly pitted

rear bumper bent

Fail 21 Jul 2010 33,961 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front brake discs slightly pitted

rear bumper bent

Pass 26 Mar 2008 30,507 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 26 Mar 2008 30,507 miles

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

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 26,053 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 26,053 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.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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LHX 361K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 LHX 361K, 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 LHX 361K registered?

LHX 361K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is LHX 361K safe to buy?

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