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UEW 44L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

44,178 mi
Last recorded44,178 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEW 44L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 44,178 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Sep 2016 43,659 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 42,938 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 42,265 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 41,923 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 41,432 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 41,195 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 40,738 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 39,620 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 37,965 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 37,965 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 36,607 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 35,027 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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UEW 44L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 UEW 44L, 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 UEW 44L?

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What year was UEW 44L registered?

UEW 44L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 October 1972.

Is UEW 44L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEW 44L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UEW 44L have outstanding finance?

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