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STK 259L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,741 mi
Last recorded88,741 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTK 259L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 88,741 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 88,645 miles

slight play on steering box

Fail 8 Oct 2016 88,643 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

slight play on steering box

Pass 17 Nov 2009 27,133 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 25,052 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2005 25,045 miles

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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STK 259L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 STK 259L, 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 STK 259L?

You can check the full history of STK 259L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was STK 259L registered?

STK 259L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is STK 259L safe to buy?

The MOT history for STK 259L shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does STK 259L have outstanding finance?

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