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SWM 419K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

24,289 mi
Last recorded24,289 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWM 419K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2018 24,289 miles

Oil leak ()

front shock dust covers missing

movement in nearside front hub area

offside parking brake effort slightly low

Fail 30 Jan 2018 24,288 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

front shock dust covers missing

movement in nearside front hub area

offside parking brake effort slightly low

Pass 9 Oct 2013 24,285 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 24,165 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 24,165 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 24,107 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 24,057 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 23,845 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 23,735 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 23,451 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 23,451 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 23,285 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 23,285 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SWM 419K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SWM 419K, 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 SWM 419K registered?

SWM 419K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 February 1972.

Is SWM 419K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWM 419K shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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