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PRR 728L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,101 mi
Last recorded83,101 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRR 728L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2019 83,101 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 83,029 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 82,243 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 82,093 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 81,941 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 81,764 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 81,112 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 79,922 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 77,617 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 76,414 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 75,472 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 75,130 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 74,893 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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PRR 728L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 PRR 728L, 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 PRR 728L?

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What year was PRR 728L registered?

PRR 728L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 October 1972.

Is PRR 728L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRR 728L shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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