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RVX 300K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,628 mi
Last recorded41,628 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVX 300K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2019 41,628 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 41,407 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 41,261 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 40,955 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 40,858 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 40,748 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 11 May 2013 40,652 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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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RVX 300K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 RVX 300K, 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 RVX 300K?

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What year was RVX 300K registered?

RVX 300K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 January 1972.

Is RVX 300K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVX 300K shows 7 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 RVX 300K have outstanding finance?

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