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LDM 699L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,826 mi
Last recorded17,826 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLDM 699L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2018 17,826 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear shock bushes perished and cracking

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 17,825 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis has had a repair but not welded all way round (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis near engine mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear shock bushes perished and cracking

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2009 16,640 miles

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

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

long park brake travel

Pass 30 Oct 2007 8,298 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 6,337 miles

The vehicle has been heavily welded and un dersealed, it has been assessed as best possible.

There is some movement in the front suspension.

There is some movment in the front anti roll bar mounts.

Fail 9 Jan 2007 6,335 miles

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

there is some movment in the front antiroll bar mountings

this vehicle has been heavily welded and heavily undersealed, it has been assessed as best possible.

Pass 19 Jan 2006 5,630 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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LDM 699L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LDM 699L, 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 LDM 699L?

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What year was LDM 699L registered?

LDM 699L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 August 1972.

Is LDM 699L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LDM 699L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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