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GPM 972L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

73,934 mi
Last recorded73,934 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPM 972L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 73,934 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 73,934 miles

Front suspension lowered

Pass 20 Apr 2015 73,934 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 22,841 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 22,827 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 22,810 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 28 Apr 2011 22,795 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 22,766 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 22,632 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 22,631 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2008 22,606 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 22,592 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 22,560 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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GPM 972L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GPM 972L, 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 GPM 972L?

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What year was GPM 972L registered?

GPM 972L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 November 1972.

Is GPM 972L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPM 972L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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