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NEO 136K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

13,543 mi
Last recorded13,543 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEO 136K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 13,543 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 13,331 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 13,102 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 12,893 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 12,893 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 12,395 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 12,093 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 11,833 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 11,377 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 10,563 miles

Both front wheel bearings sounds slightly rough

n/s track rod end cover split

n/s/bottom ball jointdust cover split

o/s top ball joint dust cover split

underbody has lots of underseal covering chassis, floor, etc

Pass 26 Mar 2009 9,910 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

both offside tyres cracking on sidewalls

underside lots patchs/welding and covered in underseal

Pass 12 Apr 2008 8,597 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 7,083 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 5,860 miles

ref 6212380 computer probs lights & tyres repaired

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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NEO 136K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 NEO 136K, 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 NEO 136K registered?

NEO 136K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 May 1972.

Is NEO 136K safe to buy?

The MOT history for NEO 136K shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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