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ONP 243L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

6,192 mi
Last recorded6,192 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONP 243L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 6,192 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 5,414 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2021 5,413 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 May 2020 3,649 miles

Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn arm into front axle has slight play (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 7 May 2020 3,639 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn arm into front axle has slight play (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 2,641 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 2,148 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 1,775 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 491 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 99,193 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 98,281 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 97,765 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 97,203 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 94,262 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 93,253 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 90,967 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 89,021 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 86,624 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 84,433 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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ONP 243L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 ONP 243L, 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 ONP 243L?

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What year was ONP 243L registered?

ONP 243L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is ONP 243L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONP 243L shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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