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LGF 240K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,525 mi
Last recorded36,525 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2010
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGF 240K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2010 36,525 miles

corrosion forming to under side of vehicle

slight play in steering box

Fail 19 Jun 2010 36,521 miles

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

corrosion forming to under side of vehicle

slight play in steering box

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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LGF 240K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LGF 240K, 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 LGF 240K?

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What year was LGF 240K registered?

LGF 240K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is LGF 240K safe to buy?

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