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MLL 969L

1972 Volkswagen Unknown

Purple Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,719 mi
Last recorded1,719 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Unknown39,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLL 969L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 1,719 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2026 1,719 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 396 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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MLL 969L is a 1972 Volkswagen Unknown in Purple with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 39,044 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MLL 969L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MLL 969L?

You can check the full history of MLL 969L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MLL 969L registered?

MLL 969L is a 1972 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 22 August 1972.

Is MLL 969L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLL 969L 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 MLL 969L have outstanding finance?

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