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SDH 352K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,966 mi
Last recorded98,966 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDH 352K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 98,966 miles

Slight play in osr wheel

Slight play in steering

Steering gaitors perished

Vehicle been lowered

Vehicle rusty under neath

Pass 31 Jan 2015 97,876 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

chassis / floor rusty n/s/f

slight perishing on both rear tyres

tapely brake test, too low for rollers

underside rusty in places

Pass 8 Jan 2014 95,050 miles

o/s/f wing damaged

slight damage to front floor pan

tapley brake test, too low for rollers

Pass 24 Dec 2012 91,998 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 87,649 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 29 Sep 2011 87,639 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 87,032 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 86,214 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 86,009 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 85,491 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 85,172 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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SDH 352K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SDH 352K, 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 SDH 352K?

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What year was SDH 352K registered?

SDH 352K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 February 1972.

Is SDH 352K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDH 352K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SDH 352K have outstanding finance?

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