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XUX 880K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,845 mi
Last recorded88,845 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUX 880K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 88,845 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2016 88,280 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 87,706 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 87,704 miles

Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 87,078 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 86,477 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 85,774 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 85,040 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 84,438 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 83,752 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 83,242 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 83,242 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 82,977 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 82,977 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jan 2006 82,570 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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XUX 880K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XUX 880K, 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 XUX 880K registered?

XUX 880K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 March 1972.

Is XUX 880K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUX 880K shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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