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LUC 972K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

12,883 mi
Last recorded12,883 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUC 972K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Sep 2015 12,883 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

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

Nearside Front shocker damp

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front steering damper has exssive worn bush

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear body mounting split

slight foot brake travel

Pass 16 Sep 2014 5,837 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2013 312 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 312 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Unable to open bonnet.

Pass 8 Sep 2012 96,938 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2011 91,470 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 89,845 miles

rust on brake pipes

rust on chassis and floor

Fail 20 Sep 2010 89,845 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Fail 26 Jul 2010 89,794 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

battery insecure and low in charge

corrosion in "c" pillars

corrosion in front coil springs

corrosion in offside front strut

corrosion on underside

extensive welding repairs effected to vehicle

front discs corroded

fuel level low

inner wings covered in underseal,exact condition of panel work/structual areas unknown due to limited vision

offside front tyre perished

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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LUC 972K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 LUC 972K, 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 LUC 972K registered?

LUC 972K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 June 1972.

Is LUC 972K safe to buy?

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