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XAM 529K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,208 mi
Last recorded7,208 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAM 529K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2024 7,208 miles

new speedometer fitted

Pass 11 May 2013 42,403 miles

front antiroll bar clamps slight movement

front suspension rubbers and steering inner track rod ends rubbers starting to crack/ perish

headlamp beam patterns slightly weak

nearside rear tyre has a nail in it

offside front wheel bearing slight play

rear bulkheads, floors and inner arches starting to rust

steering box damp

underside of vehicle surface rusting and undersealed

Pass 12 May 2012 39,255 miles

both steering track rod arms inner boots starting to crack/ perish

front end of vehicle repaired

front inner wings/ spare wheel floor starting to rust

front suspension arms rubbers starting to split/ wear

headlamp beam patterns slightly weak

nearside front antiroll bar bushes/ clamps slight movement

nearside front inner wing area damp- no fluid leak

nearside front tyre tread outer edge worn low

offside front wheel bearing slight play

rear brakes slight imbalance

rear bulkhead/ floors and rear inner arches starting to rust

steering box damp

steering column slight movement

underside of vehicle starting to rust, repaired and undersealed

Pass 11 Jun 2011 37,078 miles

front end of vehicle repaired

front inner wings/ spare wheel floor strating to rust

inner track rod end cover boots starting to split

nearside front headlamp beam pattern slightly weak

rear inner wheel arches starting to rust

underside of vehicle starting to rust, repaired and undersealed

Pass 31 Mar 2010 36,480 miles

front number plate cracked

front of vehicle repaired

offside rear wing/ wheel arch starting to rust

rear inner wheel arches starting to rust

underside of vehicle starting to rust, repaired and undersealed

Fail 20 Mar 2010 36,472 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front number plate cracked

front of vehicle repaired

offside rear wing/ wheel arch starting to rust

rear inner wheel arches starting to rust

underside of vehicle starting to rust, repaired and undersealed

Pass 4 Jun 2008 34,277 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 33,400 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 31,472 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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XAM 529K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XAM 529K, 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 XAM 529K?

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What year was XAM 529K registered?

XAM 529K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 January 1972.

Is XAM 529K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAM 529K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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