MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
90,460 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
both front outter door handles not fitted
Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
both front outter door handles not fitted
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
Nearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
Offside Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
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TCU 431L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 TCU 431L, 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.
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What year was TCU 431L registered?
TCU 431L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 1972.
Is TCU 431L safe to buy?
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