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XUJ 325K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

3,790 mi
Last recorded3,790 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUJ 325K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 3,790 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 17 Jun 2017 23,197 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 1,726 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 1,726 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 1,623 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 1,275 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

large scratch n/s front window screen

Fail 5 Jun 2013 1,272 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

large scratch n/s front window screen

Pass 4 Apr 2012 1,077 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f top suspentoin arm slight play

Fail 3 Apr 2012 1,076 miles

Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.2.D.2c)

o/s/f and n/s/f top suspentoin arm slight play

Fail 3 Oct 2011 1,073 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

battery insecure

Pass 26 May 2010 97,199 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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XUJ 325K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 XUJ 325K, 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 XUJ 325K registered?

XUJ 325K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 February 1972.

Is XUJ 325K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUJ 325K shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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