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UDH 609K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Turquoise Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

46,386 mi
Last recorded46,386 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDH 609K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 46,386 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 46,235 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 46,117 miles

Nearside Rear tyre is deteriorated

Offside Rear tyre is deteriorated

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 12 Apr 2016 46,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear tyre is deteriorated

Offside Rear tyre is deteriorated

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 45,892 miles

165/80r15 tyres fitted at front....165r15 tyres fitted at rear.

Fail 24 Mar 2015 45,892 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

165/80r15 tyres fitted at front....165r15 tyres fitted at rear.

Pass 3 Apr 2014 45,886 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 45,886 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 45,824 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 45,612 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 45,144 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 45,144 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 44,659 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 44,655 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 44,168 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 44,164 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Mar 2007 43,570 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 43,486 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 43,486 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.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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UDH 609K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Turquoise with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 UDH 609K, 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.

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What year was UDH 609K registered?

UDH 609K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 May 1972.

Is UDH 609K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDH 609K shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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