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XFM 19L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

40,226 mi
Last recorded40,226 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2011
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFM 19L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Jul 2011 40,226 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 40,226 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 40,040 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 40,018 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 39,849 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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XFM 19L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 XFM 19L, 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 XFM 19L?

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What year was XFM 19L registered?

XFM 19L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 August 1972.

Is XFM 19L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFM 19L shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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