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LNP 893K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,209 mi
Last recorded40,209 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2021
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNP 893K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2021 40,209 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 40,080 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 39,907 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 39,880 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 39,189 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 36,728 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 33,543 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 30,780 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 27,895 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 25,395 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 20,076 miles

n/s/r floor slightly corroded

o/s/f chassis slightly corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2010 13,804 miles

n/s/f lower susp arm bush worn

Pass 13 Mar 2009 6,052 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 98,570 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 91,554 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 91,553 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s and o/s rear floors etc covered with underbody sealant etc

Pass 8 Feb 2006 82,696 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 82,696 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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LNP 893K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LNP 893K, 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

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What year was LNP 893K registered?

LNP 893K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 February 1972.

Is LNP 893K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LNP 893K shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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