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OLE 677L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

21,333 mi
Last recorded21,333 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLE 677L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 21,333 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 21,322 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 21,321 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 212,133 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 21,231 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 May 2013 21,036 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 21,003 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 21,002 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 21,013 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 21,013 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 20,999 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 20,867 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 20,867 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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OLE 677L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 OLE 677L, 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 OLE 677L?

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What year was OLE 677L registered?

OLE 677L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 August 1972.

Is OLE 677L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLE 677L shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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