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GDP 830L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

93,564 mi
Last recorded93,564 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2016
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDP 830L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2016 93,564 miles

general corrosion underneath vehicle

Pass 24 Nov 2014 93,356 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

offside front floor rusty

Pass 25 Nov 2013 93,050 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

general underbody surface rust

Pass 10 Dec 2012 92,774 miles

general under body surface rust

Pass 14 Dec 2011 92,295 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 92,289 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Steering wheel retaining device missing (2.1.6)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 91,849 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

general under body surface rust

Pass 25 Nov 2009 91,385 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 90,923 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 90,904 miles

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 90,069 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2006 89,344 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 89,344 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Offside Front Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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GDP 830L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GDP 830L, 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

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What year was GDP 830L registered?

GDP 830L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 November 1972.

Is GDP 830L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDP 830L shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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