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MPE 325L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

11,139 mi
Last recorded11,139 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPE 325L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 11,139 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 11,139 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 11,092 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 10,951 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 10,768 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 10,488 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 10,139 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 9,774 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 9,426 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 9,206 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 9,206 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 9,138 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 9,013 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 8,689 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 8,660 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 7,929 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 7,929 miles

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

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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MPE 325L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MPE 325L, 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 MPE 325L registered?

MPE 325L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is MPE 325L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPE 325L shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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