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NXF 811K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

44,126 mi
Last recorded44,126 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNXF 811K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2018 44,126 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 43,994 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 43,890 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Tyres Perished

Pass 15 Oct 2014 43,813 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Tyres Perished

Fail 3 Oct 2014 43,813 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Tyres Perished

Pass 30 Jul 2013 43,701 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 43,620 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 43,513 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 43,395 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 43,048 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 42,807 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 42,698 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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NXF 811K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 NXF 811K, 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 NXF 811K registered?

NXF 811K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 June 1972.

Is NXF 811K safe to buy?

The MOT history for NXF 811K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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