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VBY 494L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1641cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,509 mi
Last recorded60,509 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2016
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBY 494L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2016 60,509 miles

general rust under the vehicle

oil leak

Pass 22 May 2015 60,474 miles

general rust under the vehicle

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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VBY 494L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 VBY 494L, 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 VBY 494L?

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What year was VBY 494L registered?

VBY 494L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is VBY 494L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBY 494L shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VBY 494L have outstanding finance?

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