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GVG 746K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,538 mi
Last recorded26,538 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVG 746K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 26,538 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 26,538 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 26,538 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 5 Sep 2016 26,538 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Jul 2015 26,486 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 26,174 miles

split pins in track rod ends parts missing.exhaust gaskets missing, chassis plate insecure

Fail 31 Aug 2012 26,025 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 26,025 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 25,311 miles

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

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 24,664 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 24,477 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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GVG 746K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GVG 746K, 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 GVG 746K registered?

GVG 746K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 March 1972.

Is GVG 746K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVG 746K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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