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LYM 736K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

38,076 mi
Last recorded38,076 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYM 736K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 38,076 miles

underside has corrosion forming

Fail 16 Oct 2013 38,043 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

front under cover corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2011 9,855 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 9,855 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

n/s/r lower inner wheel arch is corroded

steering linkage has slight play

Pass 3 Nov 2011 36,462 miles

both rear tyres are low on tread

oil leak from engine

Pass 4 Dec 2007 98,355 miles

heavy corrosion throughout the entire underbody of vehicle

slight movement noted in steering joints

Fail 26 Nov 2007 98,352 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

heavy corrosion throughout the entire underbody of vehicle

Pass 28 Sep 2006 96,271 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 96,262 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Axle beam cracked (2.5.A.5a)

Offside Front Axle beam cracked (2.5.A.5a)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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LYM 736K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,300cc 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 LYM 736K, 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 LYM 736K registered?

LYM 736K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 July 1972.

Is LYM 736K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYM 736K shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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