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YMW 423K

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

53,038 mi
Last recorded53,038 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMW 423K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 53,038 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

surface rust to n/s/r inner wheel arch

Pass 3 Feb 2015 53,021 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 53,006 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 52,986 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 52,966 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 52,944 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 52,888 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 52,843 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 52,462 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 52,301 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 52,216 miles

Front Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

Fail 25 Jan 2006 52,206 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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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YMW 423K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 YMW 423K, 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

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What year was YMW 423K registered?

YMW 423K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 June 1972.

Is YMW 423K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMW 423K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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