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LUC 957K

1972 Volkswagen Beatle

Blue Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,580 mi
Last recorded62,580 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2022
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beatle50,381 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUC 957K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeatle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2022 62,580 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 61,011 miles

Foot brake efficiency has just met the requirements attention may be required

Pass 16 Dec 2020 60,195 miles

Horn tone poor

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Slight play in O/S/F beam axle

Various area of corrosion under vehicle

Pass 16 Apr 2019 56,308 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 51,262 miles

Body has slight corrosion (been treated) (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 50,381 miles

all four tyres starting to get down on treads

Pass 20 Mar 2008 47,651 miles

both front tyres starting to wera on inner edges also n/s/r tyre wearing down on treads

slight play starting on o/s/f w/bearing

Fail 20 Mar 2008 47,651 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

both front tyres starting to wera on inner edges also n/s/r tyre wearing down on treads

slight play starting on o/s/f w/bearing

Pass 31 Jan 2007 43,658 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 43,658 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beatle?

Based on 1,186 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
564
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 92
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 83
Stop lamp not working 58
position lamp(s) not working 49
Horn not working 42
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LUC 957K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beatle in Blue with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Beatle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 50,381 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beatle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LUC 957K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beatle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Beatle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LUC 957K registered?

LUC 957K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beatle, first registered on 6 June 1972.

Is LUC 957K safe to buy?

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