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RDR 438K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

28,083 mi
Last recorded28,083 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDR 438K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,185cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 28,083 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 27,345 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 27,326 miles

Brake master cylinder looks damp unable to see cause

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

Oil leak

Rear seat back slightly insecure

Slight play in steering

Pass 25 Jul 2012 26,611 miles

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

oil round gearbox no leaks detected

steering rack has slight play

Pass 22 Jul 2011 26,283 miles

N/S/R Brake back plate looks damp -- possible brake fulid leak

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

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

Slight play in steering linkage

Fail 11 Jul 2011 26,268 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Axle beam cracked (2.5.A.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Axle beam cracked (2.5.A.5a) DANGEROUS

N/S/R Brake back plate looks damp -- possible brake fulid leak

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

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

Slight play in steering linkage

Pass 27 Feb 2008 26,087 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 25,812 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 25,805 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2006 25,802 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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RDR 438K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 RDR 438K, 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 RDR 438K?

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What year was RDR 438K registered?

RDR 438K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 May 1972.

Is RDR 438K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDR 438K shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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