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UNC 95K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,775 mi
Last recorded94,775 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNC 95K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 94,775 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 94,775 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged fouling on wheel on full lock (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 94,678 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leak

underside has corrosion in various places

Fail 7 Mar 2016 94,674 miles

Direction indicators not working all (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded x2 (2.4.A.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc leaking (2.4.G.4e)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc leaking (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leak

underside has corrosion in various places

Pass 10 Mar 2015 94,637 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 94,207 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 94,059 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 93,887 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 93,740 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 93,550 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 93,211 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 92,941 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 92,639 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 92,371 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 92,371 miles

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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UNC 95K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 95K, 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 UNC 95K registered?

UNC 95K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 May 1972.

Is UNC 95K safe to buy?

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