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MBD 809K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Purple Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,473 mi
Last recorded46,473 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBD 809K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 3 May 2017 46,473 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 45,878 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 45,639 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 45,297 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

offside rear handrake and footbrake effort lower then nearside

oil leaks on rear drive unit

Pass 29 Apr 2013 44,079 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 43,839 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 42,228 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 38,736 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 May 2009 33,607 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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MBD 809K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Purple with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MBD 809K, 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 MBD 809K?

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What year was MBD 809K registered?

MBD 809K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 May 1972.

Is MBD 809K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBD 809K shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MBD 809K have outstanding finance?

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