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OLY 592L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Gold Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,246 mi
Last recorded53,246 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLY 592L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2017 53,246 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 53,006 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 51,874 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 51,871 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 50,942 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 48,061 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 45,064 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 43,311 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 35,830 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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OLY 592L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Gold with a 1,600cc 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 OLY 592L, 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 OLY 592L?

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What year was OLY 592L registered?

OLY 592L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 December 1972.

Is OLY 592L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLY 592L 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 OLY 592L have outstanding finance?

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