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JYL 454K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,897 mi
Last recorded34,897 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2007
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYL 454K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2007 34,897 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 40,876 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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JYL 454K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 JYL 454K, 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 JYL 454K?

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What year was JYL 454K registered?

JYL 454K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is JYL 454K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYL 454K shows 2 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 JYL 454K have outstanding finance?

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