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OPP 424L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,448 mi
Last recorded54,448 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPP 424L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2015 54,448 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 54,448 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 54,276 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 53,769 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 14 Jun 2013 53,769 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 53,341 miles

Oil leak

both rear inner wings corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2006 52,993 miles

floorpan, both axles and all inner wings and sills heavily undersealed

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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OPP 424L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OPP 424L, 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 OPP 424L?

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What year was OPP 424L registered?

OPP 424L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 December 1972.

Is OPP 424L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPP 424L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OPP 424L have outstanding finance?

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