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NMH 853L

1972 Volkswagen Unknown

Red Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,166 mi
Last recorded64,166 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Unknown39,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMH 853L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 64,166 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Oct 2025 64,164 miles

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch above front out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch above front out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

main beam tel-tal not working

revers lights inop

Pass 10 Oct 2024 64,068 miles

all brake pipes covered in grease or other material

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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NMH 853L is a 1972 Volkswagen Unknown in Red with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 39,044 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NMH 853L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NMH 853L?

You can check the full history of NMH 853L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NMH 853L registered?

NMH 853L is a 1972 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 18 August 1972.

Is NMH 853L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMH 853L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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