1971 Volkswagen Beetle 1.3L Petrol · KHC 343K
1971 Volkswagen Beetle (1.3L, petrol). First registered 18/10/1971. Recorded mileage 13,172 miles. MOT valid until 21/08/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 1971 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/08/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 13,172 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1971
- Engine
- 1285cc
KHC 343K Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/07/2026
- 13,172 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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KHC 343K Mileage History
- 22/08/202311,842 mi
- 23/08/202311,842 mi
- 12/08/202412,455 mi+613 mi
- 07/08/202512,784 mi+329 mi
- 23/07/202613,172 mi+388 mi
Average of roughly 456 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
KHC 343K MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1971 Volkswagen Beetle (KHC 343K) between August 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
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