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GAO 151K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,804 mi
Last recorded20,804 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAO 151K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2016 20,804 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 19,739 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 18,305 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 16,870 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 15,728 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 14,990 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 13,779 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 12,401 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 11,110 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 10,222 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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GAO 151K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GAO 151K, 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 GAO 151K?

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What year was GAO 151K registered?

GAO 151K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 July 1972.

Is GAO 151K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAO 151K shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GAO 151K have outstanding finance?

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