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MEA 362L

1972 Volkswagen Bettle

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,605 mi
Last recorded39,605 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Bettle46,043 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEA 362L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 39,605 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 38,092 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (3.5.1g)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 19 Jan 2016 38,092 miles

Headlamp switch missing (1.7.1)

Indicator switch not able to be operated from the normal driving position (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2015 35,036 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 32,206 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 29,117 miles

exhaust pretruding from rear of vehicle no rear bumper system getting extreamly hot

Fail 19 Sep 2012 29,117 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

exhaust pretruding from rear of vehicle no rear bumper system getting extreamly hot

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bettle?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 115
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
position lamp(s) not working 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
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MEA 362L is a 1972 Volkswagen Bettle in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Bettle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 46,043 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bettle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MEA 362L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bettle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Bettle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MEA 362L registered?

MEA 362L is a 1972 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 2 August 1972.

Is MEA 362L safe to buy?

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