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VRV 922L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

19,696 mi
Last recorded19,696 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRV 922L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2018 19,696 miles

rear chassis corroded

visual emissions -ok

Pass 24 Apr 2017 19,319 miles

Emission visual check

chassis corroded

Fail 24 Apr 2017 19,319 miles

Emission visual check

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

chassis corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2015 18,907 miles

chassis corroded areas

lowered front suspension

visual emissions

Pass 29 Mar 2014 18,361 miles

corrosion rear chassis

exhaust slight blow

steering coupling perished

Pass 2 Apr 2013 18,024 miles

corrosion rear chassis

osf seat belt slight fraying

play nsf wheel bearing

sills corroded

steering coupling perished

wipers smeary

Pass 1 Nov 2011 17,432 miles

Corrosion in non prescribed areas

Extensive welding repairs previously carried out

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside rear jacking point corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2010 17,094 miles

Corrosion in non prescribed areas

Front number plate damaged

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Nov 2010 17,094 miles

Corrosion in non prescribed areas

Front number plate damaged

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 16,356 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 16,348 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 15,606 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 147,905 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 13,950 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 13,950 miles

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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VRV 922L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VRV 922L, 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 VRV 922L registered?

VRV 922L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is VRV 922L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRV 922L shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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