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KLU 122K

1971 Volkswagen Bettle

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

52,804 mi
Last recorded52,804 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Bettle46,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLU 122K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 52,804 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 52,799 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 52,694 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 52,681 miles

been welded under side

Pass 30 Aug 2013 52,673 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 52,644 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 52,641 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 52,616 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 52,338 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 51,750 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bettle?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 115
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
position lamp(s) not working 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
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KLU 122K is a 1971 Volkswagen Bettle in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Bettle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 46,186 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bettle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KLU 122K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bettle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen Bettle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KLU 122K?

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What year was KLU 122K registered?

KLU 122K is a 1971 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 6 October 1971.

Is KLU 122K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLU 122K 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.

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