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UNC 84K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,949 mi
Last recorded77,949 miles
Recorded on17 May 2014
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNC 84K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2014 77,949 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 76,231 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 74,839 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 74,649 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 74,649 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 74,519 miles

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 74,519 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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UNC 84K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 UNC 84K, 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 UNC 84K?

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What year was UNC 84K registered?

UNC 84K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 May 1972.

Is UNC 84K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNC 84K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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