MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
16,606 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)
Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
steering box leaking oil
Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
steering box leaking oil
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YFM 653L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,584cc 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 YFM 653L, 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 YFM 653L?
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What year was YFM 653L registered?
YFM 653L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 October 1972.
Is YFM 653L safe to buy?
The MOT history for YFM 653L 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.
Does YFM 653L have outstanding finance?
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