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VIJ 356

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,250 mi
Last recorded14,250 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIJ 356
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 14,250 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 May 2023 14,123 miles

Central Front Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 13,088 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 12,709 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 12,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 May 2015 12,560 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 May 2014 12,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 12,300 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 12,141 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 11,793 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 11,545 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 11,317 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 10,825 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 10,554 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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VIJ 356 is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VIJ 356, 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

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What year was VIJ 356 registered?

VIJ 356 is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is VIJ 356 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIJ 356 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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