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XWV 660K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

60,744 mi
Last recorded60,744 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2015
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWV 660K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2015 60,744 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 60,436 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 60,436 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 58,164 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 57,956 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 56,184 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 56,515 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 56,263 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 56,099 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 54,403 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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XWV 660K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XWV 660K, 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 XWV 660K?

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What year was XWV 660K registered?

XWV 660K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 April 1972.

Is XWV 660K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWV 660K shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XWV 660K have outstanding finance?

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