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LYP 897K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,540 mi
Last recorded49,540 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYP 897K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2020 49,540 miles

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 49,021 miles

offside front inner arch to floor has surface corrosion

Pass 9 Mar 2018 47,994 miles

under body has corrosion

Parking brake slight travel

front spear wheel carrier corroded

nearside rear upper webbing corroded

offside rear upper webbing corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2017 47,701 miles

under body has slight surface corrosion

Pass 7 Mar 2016 47,118 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2015 46,505 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 45,871 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 43,925 miles

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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LYP 897K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LYP 897K, 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

How do I check the history of LYP 897K?

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What year was LYP 897K registered?

LYP 897K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 July 1972.

Is LYP 897K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYP 897K shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LYP 897K have outstanding finance?

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