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NLA 489K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,944 mi
Last recorded18,944 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2016
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLA 489K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2016 18,944 miles

All tyres are perished

Under side of vehicle under sealed

Pass 9 Apr 2015 18,944 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Under side of vehicle corroded.

Windscreen wiper blades worn.

Pass 26 Mar 2013 16,845 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 16,823 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 16,700 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 12,182 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 12,182 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 11,614 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear exhaust silncers slight sticking out

Fail 13 Dec 2006 11,614 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear exhaust silncers slight sticking out

Pass 15 May 2006 11,591 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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NLA 489K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NLA 489K, 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.

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What year was NLA 489K registered?

NLA 489K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 June 1972.

Is NLA 489K safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLA 489K shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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