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XTM 949L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

101,160 mi
Last recorded101,160 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTM 949L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2017 101,160 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 101,160 miles

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure locking nut loose (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 100,325 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 100,325 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 99,672 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 98,956 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 98,282 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 97,649 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 96,706 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011

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

Offside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 95,489 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 95,420 miles

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 92,147 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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XTM 949L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 XTM 949L, 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 XTM 949L?

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What year was XTM 949L registered?

XTM 949L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 September 1972.

Is XTM 949L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTM 949L shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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