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YMR 291K

1972 Volkswagen Bettle

Pink Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,713 mi
Last recorded45,713 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2008
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Bettle46,043 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMR 291K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1972
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2008 45,713 miles

o/s and n/s front outer body,and o/s/f floor corroded.

Pass 23 Jan 2007 45,712 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 44,328 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2006 44,328 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bettle?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 115
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
position lamp(s) not working 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
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YMR 291K is a 1972 Volkswagen Bettle in Pink with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Bettle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 46,043 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bettle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YMR 291K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bettle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Bettle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YMR 291K registered?

YMR 291K is a 1972 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 7 July 1972.

Is YMR 291K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMR 291K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YMR 291K have outstanding finance?

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