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OUI 6409

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Brown Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,600 mi
Last recorded27,600 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 6409
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 27,600 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 27,599 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 26,462 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 26,458 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 26,402 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 26,363 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 26,223 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 23,964 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 23,964 miles

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

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 20,574 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 17,295 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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OUI 6409 is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Brown with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OUI 6409, 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 OUI 6409?

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What year was OUI 6409 registered?

OUI 6409 is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is OUI 6409 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUI 6409 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OUI 6409 have outstanding finance?

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