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NSL 132P

1976 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1190cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,865 mi
Last recorded42,865 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Beetle48,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSL 132P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,190cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 42,865 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 42,814 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 41,920 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 41,030 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 40,055 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 38,560 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 36,761 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 35,370 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 32,906 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 31,866 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 29,420 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 26,804 miles

nearside front lower balljoint gaitor split.

Pass 27 Jun 2008 23,845 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 19,736 miles

front brakes on limit for imballance 25%

Pass 20 Jul 2006 17,508 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 17,508 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking 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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NSL 132P is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,190cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 48,352 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 NSL 132P, 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 50 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 NSL 132P?

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What year was NSL 132P registered?

NSL 132P is a 1976 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1976.

Is NSL 132P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSL 132P shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NSL 132P have outstanding finance?

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