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GNW 138K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

35,087 mi
Last recorded35,087 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2011
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNW 138K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2011 35,087 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir slightly corroded (3.6.A.2b)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 11 Oct 2011 35,067 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir slightly corroded (3.6.A.2b)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2010 30,687 miles

heavy surface corrosion to outer vehicle body in places (parts are holed on wheelarches but not sharp edges causing possible injury)

heavy surface corrosion to underbody in places

nearside rear hub oil seal is leaking oil

slight oil dampness around steering box area

Fail 13 Sep 2010 30,687 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

heavy surface corrosion to outer vehicle body in places (parts are holed on wheelarches but not sharp edges causing possible injury)

heavy surface corrosion to underbody in places

nearside rear hub oil seal is leaking oil

slight oil dampness around steering box area

Pass 24 Jul 2009 30,682 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

advanced corrosion o/s and n/s/r inner wing panels (above axle beam assy)

advcanced corrosion petrol pipes

headlamps very dip

heavy surface corrosion to all suspension componants

heavy surface corrosion to floor and chassis

oil leak fron steering box

oil leak n/s/r hub / back plate

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 28 Jul 2008 30,498 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 30,498 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Corrosion to O/S/R suspension/body mounting

Corrosion to master cylinder feed pipes

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

N/S/R backplate is damp

Steering box appears oily

Surface corrosion in general along floorpan edges

Pass 6 Aug 2007 29,283 miles

all advises same as oridginal MOT test 31/7/2007

slight judder to front brakes

Fail 31 Jul 2007 29,283 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both rear tyres unevenly worn

near side rear brake drum backing plate damp

offside rear tyre perished heavily

slight corrosion to outer wheel arches

slight free play in both front wheel bearings

surface corrosion to under side of the vehicle

visual emissions test

Pass 18 Jul 2006 24,918 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 24,912 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s front suspension housing corroded

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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GNW 138K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 GNW 138K, 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.

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What year was GNW 138K registered?

GNW 138K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 February 1972.

Is GNW 138K safe to buy?

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