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NUB 842V

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

62,208 mi
Last recorded62,208 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNUB 842V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 62,208 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2026 62,197 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2025 61,552 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 61,502 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 59,004 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 59,004 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 58,354 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 57,526 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 56,744 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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NUB 842V is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NUB 842V, 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 NUB 842V?

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What year was NUB 842V registered?

NUB 842V is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 April 1972.

Is NUB 842V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NUB 842V shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NUB 842V have outstanding finance?

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