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MMB 266L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,181 mi
Last recorded55,181 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMB 266L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 55,181 miles

slight play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 9 Aug 2024 54,911 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play both rears (5.1.3 (a) (i))

fuel cap seal perished

n/s/f inner brake pad possibly wearing down

Fail 9 Aug 2024 54,911 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Wheel bearing has slight play both rears (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

fuel cap seal perished

n/s/f inner brake pad possibly wearing down

Pass 4 May 2023 54,690 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 54,649 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 54,557 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust silencer corroded and blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished and cracked on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front of o/s/r wheel arch starting to corrode

front to rear brake pipe runs through vehicle, not visible to test

o/s outer sill/step mounting corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2013 54,512 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 54,142 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 53,755 miles

FRont Fog Lamps Inoprative

Front Brake Discs Scored

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 5 Apr 2011 53,752 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

FRont Fog Lamps Inoprative

Front Brake Discs Scored

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 52,808 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 51,758 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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MMB 266L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MMB 266L, 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 MMB 266L registered?

MMB 266L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 December 1972.

Is MMB 266L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMB 266L shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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