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MHV 624L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

56,438 mi
Last recorded56,438 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHV 624L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2016 56,438 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak from engine/gearbox

Pass 13 May 2015 51,235 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 47,165 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2014 47,165 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 44,717 miles

Passenger door corroded (bottom)

Fail 23 May 2013 44,717 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Passenger door corroded (bottom)

Pass 15 May 2012 44,524 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 44,418 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 43,634 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 May 2008 42,324 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 42,346 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 42,346 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Oct 2005 40,325 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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MHV 624L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MHV 624L, 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 MHV 624L registered?

MHV 624L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 September 1972.

Is MHV 624L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHV 624L shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MHV 624L have outstanding finance?

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