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XFA 205K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,735 mi
Last recorded94,735 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFA 205K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 94,735 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly perished

Nearside Rear Tyre badly perished

Offside Front Tyre slightly perished

Offside Rear Tyre slightly perished

Pass 12 Apr 2016 94,538 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre Heavily Perished

Nearside Rear Tyre Perished

Pass 27 Mar 2015 93,965 miles

N/s/r tyre Perished

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 93,344 miles

suspension damper rubber split on n/s

Fail 15 Sep 2012 92,941 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 92,941 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 92,105 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 92,070 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 92,070 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 90,969 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front flexi hose ferules corroding

vehicle heavily under sealed

Fail 15 Jun 2009 90,969 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front flexi hose ferules corroding

vehicle heavily under sealed

Pass 17 May 2008 90,037 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 90,025 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 89,730 miles

slight play in all nearside front axel bushes and ball joints.

slight play in offside front top ball joint

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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XFA 205K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 XFA 205K, 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 XFA 205K registered?

XFA 205K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is XFA 205K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFA 205K shows 14 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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