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LJJ 269K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

42,588 mi
Last recorded42,588 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJJ 269K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 42,588 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play x2 (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 16 Jun 2017 42,588 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play x2 (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 41,521 miles

front suspension excessive low

general corrosion to under side

Pass 24 Feb 2016 41,136 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 40,666 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 39,983 miles

general corrosion to under side

Pass 10 Jun 2013 37,822 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 33,154 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 33,140 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 30,558 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 30,554 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LJJ 269K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LJJ 269K, 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 LJJ 269K registered?

LJJ 269K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 June 1972.

Is LJJ 269K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJJ 269K shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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