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MLL 954L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,761 mi
Last recorded57,761 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2022
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLL 954L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2022 57,761 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2016 56,680 miles

Drivers seat security poor

Hand brake has little reserve travel

Slight corrosion to both inner sills

Pass 6 Nov 2015 54,621 miles

Drivers seat security poor

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2014 51,249 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 50,308 miles

Drivers seat has slight free play

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

steering system ball joint dust covers poor

Pass 30 May 2012 44,834 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

handbreak cable poor condition

Pass 16 May 2011 35,326 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 35,247 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 22 May 2010 35,199 miles

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2009 35,032 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 34,989 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 34,950 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 34,950 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2006 34,576 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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MLL 954L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MLL 954L, 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 MLL 954L registered?

MLL 954L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 October 1972.

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