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FNJ 963L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Brown Petrol 1641cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,373 mi
Last recorded79,373 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNJ 963L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 79,373 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 78,866 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 77,297 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 77,104 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o/s/f headlight poor pattern

Pass 26 Sep 2009 77,064 miles

all brakes seem to be slightly out of adjustment.

Fail 26 Sep 2009 77,064 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all brakes seem to be slightly out of adjustment.

Pass 20 Jun 2008 77,040 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 74,820 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Mar 2006 74,806 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FNJ 963L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Brown with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FNJ 963L, 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 FNJ 963L?

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What year was FNJ 963L registered?

FNJ 963L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 August 1972.

Is FNJ 963L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNJ 963L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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