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LYO 721K

1972 Volkswagen Unknown

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

93,869 mi
Last recorded93,869 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Unknown39,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYO 721K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 93,869 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2026 93,851 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working BOTH (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 86,873 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 86,858 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam goes to dip beam wrong wire to lamp (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam goes to dip beam wire wrong (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. wrong wheel (5.2.3 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively loose on arms (3.4 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel box has play in may need adjusting (2.3 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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LYO 721K is a 1972 Volkswagen Unknown in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 39,044 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LYO 721K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LYO 721K?

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What year was LYO 721K registered?

LYO 721K is a 1972 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 1 July 1972.

Is LYO 721K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYO 721K shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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