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TSA 465K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

10,813 mi
Last recorded10,813 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSA 465K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,286cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017 10,813 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 2,668 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 93,190 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 84,773 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 73,658 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 59,839 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 50,042 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 41,647 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 35,114 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2008 34,933 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 34,933 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 34,450 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 34,450 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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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TSA 465K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 TSA 465K, 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 TSA 465K registered?

TSA 465K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 May 1972.

Is TSA 465K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSA 465K shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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