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MPF 782L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

45,503 mi
Last recorded45,503 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2016
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPF 782L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2016 45,503 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 85,503 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 35,185 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 34,576 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 33,118 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 31,085 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 30,052 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 29,957 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 29,014 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 28,367 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 27,041 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 27,041 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 24,106 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 24,104 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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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MPF 782L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MPF 782L, 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

How do I check the history of MPF 782L?

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What year was MPF 782L registered?

MPF 782L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 August 1972.

Is MPF 782L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPF 782L shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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