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NYC 803L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,465 mi
Last recorded6,465 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNYC 803L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 May 2017 6,465 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 6,185 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 5,932 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 5,081 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 4,593 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 3,457 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 2,543 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 99,888 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 99,812 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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NYC 803L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NYC 803L, 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 NYC 803L?

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What year was NYC 803L registered?

NYC 803L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 November 1972.

Is NYC 803L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NYC 803L shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NYC 803L have outstanding finance?

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