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BMW 264L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,788 mi
Last recorded82,788 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2013
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMW 264L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2013 82,788 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 82,782 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake back plate has signs of a leak

Pass 12 Jun 2012 82,566 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 82,532 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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BMW 264L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BMW 264L, 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 BMW 264L?

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What year was BMW 264L registered?

BMW 264L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 November 1972.

Is BMW 264L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMW 264L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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