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WAG 751K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,308 mi
Last recorded30,308 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2007
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAG 751K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2007 30,308 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 30,308 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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WAG 751K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WAG 751K, 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 WAG 751K?

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What year was WAG 751K registered?

WAG 751K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 March 1972.

Is WAG 751K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAG 751K shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WAG 751K have outstanding finance?

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