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OFB 80L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

68,838 mi
Last recorded68,838 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFB 80L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 68,838 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 68,838 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 66,669 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 66,424 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 66,204 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 65,737 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 13 May 2009 65,673 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm slightly worn (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 12 May 2009 65,673 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm slightly worn (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 65,448 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Apr 2008 65,448 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 67,782 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front axle beam repaired

oil leak

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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OFB 80L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OFB 80L, 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 OFB 80L registered?

OFB 80L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 September 1972.

Is OFB 80L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFB 80L shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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