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XRB 37L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,815 mi
Last recorded92,815 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2013
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRB 37L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2013 92,815 miles

n/sfront tyre perished

Pass 23 Feb 2012 90,791 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 90,791 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 90,725 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 90,700 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 90,659 miles

Vehicle has been modified and lowered ,with different size tyres on front and rear axles with minimal clearance between rear tyres and wheel arches.

Pass 21 Jan 2009 90,255 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 90,247 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 90,247 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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XRB 37L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 XRB 37L, 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 XRB 37L?

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What year was XRB 37L registered?

XRB 37L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is XRB 37L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRB 37L shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XRB 37L have outstanding finance?

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