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LYP 894K

1972 Volkswagen Beatle

Purple Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,858 mi
Last recorded14,858 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2007
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beatle50,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYP 894K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeatle
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2007 14,858 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 24,858 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Underside repaired and heavily undercealed

Pass 24 Jan 2006 24,330 miles

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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LYP 894K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beatle in Purple with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LYP 894K, 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

How do I check the history of LYP 894K?

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What year was LYP 894K registered?

LYP 894K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beatle, first registered on 14 July 1972.

Is LYP 894K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYP 894K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LYP 894K have outstanding finance?

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