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WFV 485K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,911 mi
Last recorded63,911 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFV 485K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 63,911 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 63,689 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 63,334 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play /slight noise (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.64 MM (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 62,990 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 62,633 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight bind o/s/f brake

Pass 20 Nov 2012 62,362 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 62,234 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 62,095 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 10 May 2010 62,095 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 61,933 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 61,651 miles

slight bind on n/s/f brake

Pass 16 Mar 2007 59,853 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 59,451 miles

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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WFV 485K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WFV 485K, 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 WFV 485K registered?

WFV 485K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 May 1972.

Is WFV 485K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFV 485K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WFV 485K have outstanding finance?

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