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XTM 263L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Maroon Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2021
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

96,155 mi
Last recorded96,155 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2020
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTM 263L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2020 96,155 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

vehicle has been heavily underseal all over

Fail 22 Apr 2020 96,149 miles

Front Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective doesn't open (3.1 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end modification unsafe steering rack arm to track rod end bolt loose marked yellow (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Floor insecure floor bolts loose marked yellow (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting missing bolts missing marked yellow (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front sub frame mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front sub frame mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear engine n/s/r (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage slightly damp (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2009 35,845 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 35,845 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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)

off side front axle has two coroded holes in mounting plates

Fail 3 Oct 2009 35,688 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 35,314 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 34,881 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 30,077 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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XTM 263L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Maroon with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 XTM 263L, 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.

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What year was XTM 263L registered?

XTM 263L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is XTM 263L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTM 263L shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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