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OLK 658L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

86,475 mi
Last recorded86,475 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLK 658L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 86,475 miles

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

various underbody corrosion

Fail 12 Aug 2026 86,473 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested brake fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested bulb not working (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

various underbody corrosion

Pass 15 Aug 2025 86,445 miles

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

various underbody corrosion

Pass 31 Aug 2024 86,437 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Various underbody corrosion

Fail 22 Aug 2024 86,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Various underbody corrosion

Pass 18 Aug 2023 86,422 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Various underbody corrosion

Pass 10 Aug 2022 86,410 miles

Nearside Rear rear inner arch corroded

Offside Front floor corroded

Offside Rear inner arch corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2021 86,386 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 86,367 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 86,362 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 86,317 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 86,200 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 85,579 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 85,467 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 83,892 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 81,637 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 79,579 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 77,588 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 77,588 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 27,696 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 25,097 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 22,245 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 18,681 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 18,681 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 17,359 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2006 17,359 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Nov 2005 17,297 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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OLK 658L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OLK 658L, 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 OLK 658L registered?

OLK 658L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 October 1972.

Is OLK 658L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLK 658L shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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