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NME 832L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

40,203 mi
Last recorded40,203 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNME 832L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 40,203 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 40,115 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 40,115 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 40,015 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 39,987 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 39,936 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 39,679 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 39,838 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 39,815 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 39,815 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 39,753 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 39,707 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 39,707 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2007 39,683 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 39,683 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 39,588 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 39,584 miles

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

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

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

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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NME 832L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 NME 832L, 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 NME 832L?

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What year was NME 832L registered?

NME 832L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is NME 832L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NME 832L shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NME 832L have outstanding finance?

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