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55 TXO

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

6,206 mi
Last recorded6,206 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration55 TXO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 6,206 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 5,662 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 4,800 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 3,847 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2014 3,847 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 2,397 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 1,038 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 6 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 6 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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55 TXO is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 55 TXO, 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 55 TXO registered?

55 TXO is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 December 1972.

Is 55 TXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 55 TXO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 55 TXO have outstanding finance?

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