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FPN 529L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2010
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

48,768 mi
Last recorded48,768 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2009
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPN 529L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2009 48,768 miles

evidence of major repairs to underside of vehicle unable to check qaulity of repairs due to thick black coating

Fail 16 Sep 2009 48,717 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

underside of vehicle has had repairs unable to check qaulaty of repairs due to thick black coating

Fail 31 Jul 2009 48,601 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (5.2.6)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 43,459 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 43,458 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 38,896 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 38,772 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition and function impaired (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 30,538 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 30,538 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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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FPN 529L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FPN 529L, 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 FPN 529L?

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What year was FPN 529L registered?

FPN 529L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 September 1972.

Is FPN 529L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPN 529L shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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