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OEO 38L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,439 mi
Last recorded30,439 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2021
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEO 38L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2021 30,439 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 30,437 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 30,432 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 30,428 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 30,424 miles

Offside Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 13 Jan 2017 30,412 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 30,389 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 30,369 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 30,354 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 30,325 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 30,324 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 30,313 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 30,309 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 30,309 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 30,292 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 30,266 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 30,207 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 30,104 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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OEO 38L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OEO 38L, 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

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What year was OEO 38L registered?

OEO 38L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 August 1972.

Is OEO 38L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEO 38L shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OEO 38L have outstanding finance?

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