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NYW 840L

1972 Volkswagen Bettle

Bronze Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

97,042 mi
Last recorded97,042 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Bettle46,043 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNYW 840L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1972
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 97,042 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 97,026 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 96,710 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake grabbing slightly

Nearside Rear floor pan corroded

Pass 27 May 2014 96,684 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 96,617 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 96,527 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 96,430 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 96,120 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 96,014 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 95,975 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bettle?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 115
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
position lamp(s) not working 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
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NYW 840L is a 1972 Volkswagen Bettle in Bronze with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Bettle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 46,043 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bettle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NYW 840L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bettle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Bettle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NYW 840L registered?

NYW 840L is a 1972 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 24 November 1972.

Is NYW 840L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NYW 840L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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